Nature of Religion

Question 1

What is a transcendent worldview?

Answer 1

Deities or divine beings exist beyond human limitations and are separate from the material world. These beings do not dwell among humans.

Question 2

What is an imminent worldview?

Answer 2

The idea that supernatural forces pervade the material universe and are a constant reality. Supernatural forces or beings have a continued presence among humanity and in every aspect of life.

Question 3

Which religious traditions reflect a transcendent worldview?

Answer 3

Judaism, Christianity, Islam

Question 4

Which religious traditions reflect an immanent worldview?

Answer 4

Hinduism
Buddhism
(Christianity - Jesus and the Holy Spirit)

Question 5

What are the names given to adherents in religious traditions with a transcendent worldview?

Answer 5

Jew, Jewish
Christian
Muslim, Islamic adherent

Question 6

What are the names given to adherents in religious traditions with an immanent worldview?

Answer 6

Hindu

Buddhist

Question 7

Are transcendent worldview religions monotheistic or polytheistic? What is the name of their God?

Answer 7

Monotheistic:
Yahweh (YHWH or G-d)
God
Allah

Question 8

Are immanent worldview religions monotheistic or polytheistic? What is the name of their gods?

Answer 8

Polytheistic:
Brahma, Vishnu
Buddha

Question 9

Where do monotheistic religions originate from?

Answer 9

Semitic traditions originate from the Middle East

Question 10

Where do polytheistic religions originate from?

Answer 10

Indus valley - subcontinent of India