5 Religions of the World Unit 9

WORLD RELIGIONS REDBLACK Name Date

Religion an organized system of beliefs, ceremonies, and rules used to worship a god or a group of gods

Types of Religions 1. Monotheistic religions believe in one god. 2. Polytheistic religions believe in many gods.

Religions of the World

Red = Christianity, Green = Islam

Religions of the World ReligionFollowers Christianity1.9 billion Islam1.1 billion Hinduism781 million Buddhism324 million Sikhism19 million Judaism14 million

MONOTHEISTIC RELIGIONS

3 Monotheistic Religions 1. Judaism (2000 BCE) 2. Christianity (26-36 CE) 3. Islam (610 CE)

Judaism Monotheism - There is one god Abraham- is the ‘father’ of the Jewish people. God revealed his laws to his people through Moses and the ten commandments.

Judaism Symbol- Star of David

Judaism Holy Book- Torah

Western Wall The Western Wall is located in the Old City of Jerusalem Construction startedConstruction started: 19 BC (maybe) HeightHeight: 62' (19 m)

Christianity Christianity was heavily influenced by Judaism. 1. Monotheism - There is one god 2. Jesus Christ (son of God) died for the sins of humankind. 3. Salvation comes from faith in God.

Christianity Holy Book- Bible Christians believe the Old and New Testaments of the Bible are holy books. The first four books of the New Testament were written by followers of Jesus.

Christianity Symbol- Cross

The 2 Parts of Christianity 1. Roman Catholic 2. Protestant

Islam Islam is a monotheistic religion Developed in Saudi Arabia in the early 600s. Islam was founded by the Prophet Muhammed.

Islam

Islam 5 Pillars of Faith The five pillars or central teachings of Islam are: 1.A statement of faith 2.Prayer (five times a day in the direction of Mecca) 3.Charity 4.Pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in your lifetime (called the Hajj) 5.Fasting (during the month of Ramadan)

Islam Holy Book- Qur'an (Koran) The teachings of Muhammed were collected into a book called the Qur’an (Koran).

Islam Place of Worship- Mosques.

Islam Symbol-Crescent and Star

Dome of the Rock

Mecca

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POLYTHEISTIC RELIGIONS

2 Polytheistic Religions 1.Hinduism 2.Buddhism

Hinduism Hinduism is one of the oldest religions in the world. It is a polytheistic religion Originated in South Asia, present day India, around 2500 B.C.E.

Hinduism Atman- is the spirit or soul of a person Brahman- refers to a supreme spirit. Hindus believe that the goal of life is to reach nirvana. Hindus believe in reincarnation and karma. ▫ A person dies, then lives again, until they finally reach nirvana.

Hinduism Holy Books- Several holy books called 1.Vedas 2.Upanishads 3.The epics the Mahabharata and Ramayana.

Hinduism Caste System The caste system is a system of social organization in India. When a person is born they are born into one of four castes. This system has led to discrimination and has been outlawed in India. Hindus still debate whether the caste system is part of Hinduism or an outdated social custom.

Hinduism Caste System 1.Brahmins: Teachers and priests. 2.Kshatriyas: Warriors, nobles, and kings. 3.Vaishyas: Farmers, merchants, and businessmen. 4.Shudras: Servants and laborers.

Buddhism Buddhism is related to Hinduism and shares many of the same basic beliefs. Buddhism was founded by a man named Siddhartha who was born as a prince. The relationship between Buddhism and Hinduism is similar to the relationship between Christianity and Judaism.

Eight Fold Path Buddhist must follow the 8 fold path to reach nirvana

Buddhism