Module 1 Flashcards
Four important life events
birth, marriage, transition into adulthood and death
Question people ask about meaning and purpose as a result of important life events
Birth - Will I be a good parent?
Transition into adulthood - What job do I want when I am an adult?
Marriage - Will I be a good partner?
Death - Will they be going to Heaven?
Relationship between important life event and questions asked about meaning and purpose
Important life events cause people to ask important HUMAN HEART questions about meaning and purpose
Define religion
Religion can be defined as a particular system of beliefs, values, rituals and worship shared by a number of people. Every religion centers its ideas and activities on the ‘other’
Concept of relgion
- develop ideas about God
- share common understandings about basic human questions
- worship, using common rituals and prayers
List world religions
Christianity Islam Hinduism Buddhism Judaism
Characteristics of world religions
beliefs teachings rituals practices signs symbols celebration events
what does it mean to be religious
having a belief in the ‘other’
follow the moral or ethical code of a religion
participate in the rituals and practices of a religion
find meaning and purpose through the teachings of a religion
how does someone indicate they are religious
- what and how frequently they practice elements of a religion
- what a person says they believe in, and how they behave on accord to these beliefs
- religious participation
- signs and symbols
- dress
Explanation of characteristics of world religions
Belief:
A religious belief is a conviction about an idea central to a religion that expresses a religious truth.
Jesus was incarnate of the Virgin Mary. Key Catholic beliefs can be found in the Nicene or Apostles’ Creed.
Teaching:
Religious teachings guide and inform how people respond to religious belief.
A key Catholic teaching is Stewardship of Creation, which is a Catholic Social Teaching.
Ritual:
Religious rituals use symbolic actions, such as movement, gestures and words to express and promote what is important about faith. Rituals help people enter into the mystery of their faith.
A key Catholic ritual is the celebration of a Sacrament such as Baptism.
Practice:
Religious practices are a recognised way of doing something religious.
A key Catholic practice is the Eucharist.
Signs:
All religions use a range of signs and symbols to represent and convey meaning about beliefs.
A key Catholic sign is a crucifix which represents Jesus’ sacrifice and death on the cross.
Symbols:
Symbols are tangible items that represent reality but they are more complex and can convey a number of meanings.
Key Catholic symbols include the ciborium and chalice which hold the bread and wine which symbolise Jesus’ body and blood.
Celebrations:
Religious celebrations are special times when religious communities join together in worship, prayer or to celebrate a religious festival.
Key Catholic celebrations include weddings, funerals and Easter Sunday.
Events:
A religious event is similar to a religious celebration.
Key Catholic events include Christmas Day (25th December every year) and Feasts Days such as that of Saints e.g. Feast of St Mary Mackillop (8th August).
Identify a key religious belief of Christianity
Divine Revelation
Describe Divine revelation
Divine revelation can be defined as the continuing and dynamic process by which God communicates personally with human beings; revealing himself to them
Examples of Divine Revelation
Adam and Eve Noah Abraham Moses Jesus
explain the nature of divine revelation through key examples
Define division and denomination
Divisions - differences or disagreement between two or more groups, typically producing tension, resulting in a separation
Denomination - a recognized, autonomous branch of Christianity
