1. Belief Systems

2. Branches of Religion polytheistic monotheistic
Examine the images and create a meaning for polytheism and monotheism
Examine the images and create a meaning for polytheism and monotheism. Brainstorm examples of monotheistic and polytheistic religion.

3. Theism = belief in god or deity Deity – synonym for gods
What is polytheism?
The belief in many gods
Poly = many
Theism = belief in god or deity
Deity – synonym for gods

4. Turn N Talk Modern Day DISCUSS:
What modern day examples from books, movies and video games reflect polytheism? (example: Percy Jackson)

5. Mythology
•A set of stories or beliefs dealing with the gods, demigods, and legendary heroes of a specific group of people

6. Purpose of Myths To explain why things happen
To teach a lesson (morals and ethics)
To explain brave acts of heroes

7. Monotheism: belief in one god
What is monotheism?
Monotheism: belief in one god
Mono = one
Theism = belief in god

8. Atheism: belief that there is no god
What is atheism?
Atheism: belief that there is no god
A = not / none
theism = belief in god

9. Turn N Talk Modern Day DISCUSS:
What modern day examples from American Culture are examples of monotheism? What are some celebrations or festivals of these religions?