Comparative religions Flashcards
What are the 6 main world religions?
Answers can be the following:
-Buddhism
-Christianity
-Hinduism
-Islam
-Judaism
-Sikhism
What is Theism?
Definition:Belief in the existence of god or gods, specifically of a creator who intervenes in the universe
What is Atheism?
Definition:Disbelief or lack of belief in the existence of god or gods
What is Agnosticism?
A person who believes that nothing is known or can be known of the existence or nature of god
What is Monotheism?
Definition: The doctrine or belief that the is only on god
What is Polytheism?
Definition:The doctrine or belief that there is more than one god
What is the meaning of Pilgrimage?
Definition:A pilgrim’s journey
What are Rites of Passage?
Definition:A ritual event, or experience that marks or constitutes a major milestone or change in a person’s life
Give an example of a Rite of Passage
Answers can be the following:
-Birthday
-Marriage
-Someone passing away
-Birth
-Religious
What is the name of the Hinduism symbol and where do Hindu people worship?
The Aum and a temple
What is the name of the buddhism symbol and where do Buddists worship?
The Drama Wheel and a temple
What is the name of the Sikhism symbol and where do Sikhs worship?
The khanda and the Gurdwara
What is the name of the Christians symbol and where do they worship?
The cross and a Cathedral, Church or a Chapel
What is the name of the Judaism symbol and where do Jewish people worship?
The Star of David and a Synagogue
What is the name of the Islam symbol and where do they worship?
Crescent moon and star and a Mosque
