1. Legacy of Monotheism

2. Much of Western culture has also been shaped by the values of three monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam

4. Judaism

5. Judaism 2000 BC Hebrews reach Cannan Abraham-” father “ of the Hebrews
Torah- first 5 books of Hebrew Bible
Covenant

9. Man in God’s Image Human Dignity Moral Freedom
Individual Responsibility
Worth of Individual

11. Moses
Traditionally led Israelites out of Egypt
Exodus

13. Law based on Morality The Ten Commandments Ethics
Rulers Subservient to Moral Law

15. The Kingdom of Israel 1000 BC King David
United the Israelite tribes into a single nation.

17. Solomon Turned Jerusalem into an impressive capital
Temple dedicated to God
Fame for his wisdom and understanding

21. Prophets Social Conscience Oppose injustice and oppression
Bring reform

23. Diaspora - scattering of the Jews.
586 B.C Babylonian Captivity
Jews migrate throughout Middle East and Mediterranean regions.
70 AD Romans destroy Jewish temple in Jerusalem

26. Depth of Knowledge “DOK” Table
Compare/contrast Roman and Hebrews views of the Rule of Law

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29. Christianity

30. Beginnings of Christianity
Jesus Christ-”Messiah”
Interpreted Jewish beliefs in new ways
The Golden Rule
Belief in Afterlife and Redemption

31. Spread of Christianity
Despite legacy of tolerance, Roman Persecutions
The Diaspora 70 AD

33. Paul the apostle of Jesus
Spreads message to Gentiles
Universal Religion
Essential equality of Mankind

35. Growth of Christianity
By 380 AD, Christianity is official religion of Rome-
Constantine
Development of a clergy to perform ceremonies

37. Fall of Western Roman Empire
476 A.D.
Church becomes unifying force in Europe
Law
Wealth
Politics

38. Depth of Knowledge “DOK” Table
Compare/contrast Roman and Hebrews views of the Rule of Law
What aspects and/or values of Christianity made it attractive to a large number of Gentiles

40. Islam

41. The Rise Of Islam Influenced by Judaism and Christianity
Koran holy text
International faith
Preserves Greek/Roman learning

43. Islam-early 600s
Muhammad
Dignity of Human Beings
Brotherhood of all People
Charity and Civic Responsibility
Rulers Live Under Same Code as Ruled

45. Five pillars of faith Shahadah: Muslim Profession Of Faith.
Salat: Prayers Five Times A Day
Zakat: Alms
Sawm: Fasting during Ramadan
Hajj: Pilgrimage To Mecca

47. Depth of Knowledge “DOK” Table
Compare/contrast Roman and Hebrews views of the Rule of Law
What aspects and/or values of Christianity made it attractive to a large number of Gentiles
“What are the commonalities between Judaism, Christianity, and Islam?

48. Renaissance and Reformation

49. The Medieval Church 1054, The Christian Church Split
The Eastern Church Came To Be Called The Orthodox Church
The Western Church, Headed By The Pope, Became Known As The Roman Catholic Church

52. Thomas Aquinas
Declared that reason and faith exist in harmony
Summa Theologica

54. Renaissance Revives Classical Ideals
Secular Humanism
Rebirth of Knowledge
Individual value
Renewed interest in non-church matters

56. The Reformation Challenges Church Power which had become authoritarian

57. Martin Luther 1521
Protestantism
Individual Conscience

58. Legacy of Renaissance and
Reformation
Challenges to Authority
Power of the Written Word
Value of the Individual

59. Legacy of Monotheism
The Duty to Combat Oppression
The Worth of the Individual
Equality of People

60. Depth of Knowledge “DOK” Table
Compare/contrast Roman and Hebrews views of the Rule of Law
What aspects and/or values of Christianity made it attractive to a large number of Gentiles
“What are the commonalities between Judaism, Christianity, and Islam?
What beliefs / values of the Western Religions we have discussed are part of our secular government today?

61. Monotheism-What I Learned