Religion Flashcards
Who was Abraham?
Abraham is the heart of all 3 major monotheistic religions( Christianity, Judaism and Islam). Born in 1966 BCE in Ur (Iraq). Completed the 10 trials of God and made Israelites the Chosen People of God.
When was the bible written?
Who the fuck knows?
Where is Mecca?
Mecca is in Saudi Arabia, but regardless of its geographical location, the city occupies a central place in Islam, one of the major religions of the world. Understanding and respecting the reasons behind its significance can be an important lesson for us all.
Why does the Pope live in the Vatican?
Dominated by the famous Basilica of St.Peter– reputed by some to have been built over the common grave where Saint Peter was buried after his crucifixion– the Vatican draws on both the religious heritage and the cultural– political importance of Rome to provide a focal point for Catholicism.
Why is Zeus also Jupiter?
Both the Greek and Roman civilizations had their roots in a period when science was much more primitive and the mysterious forces of nature were appeased and explained by invoking gods. The Greek god Zeus and the Roman god Jupiter were the supreme gods of their respective pantheons. The fact that they shared so many characteristics gives us a clue to the capacity of the Romans to conquer different cultures and then absorb their ideas.
Where does Hinduism come from?
We can say for sure that Hinduism is an ancient religion, and it almost certainly emerged from the complex and populous region of the Indus Valley in the northwest of the Indian subcontinent. The idea that its origins lie in a migration or invasion from central Asia is less widely held, but the exact cultural origins will probably continue to be the subject of dispute.
When did Buddha live?
The fact that Buddhism has bi single hierarchy and no single leading representative has resulted in the development of a wide range of regional variations, each adapted to the society in which it is based. This has, in turn, resulted in different scholarly traditions when it comes to dating the life of Buddha. We can be sure of his existence and teachings. What we cannot be sure about is exactly when he was born and when he died.
What does Pantheism mean?
John Toland coined the term pantheism three hundred years ago to define the question about the relationship between god and the physical world, but pantheism beliefs have ancient origins and have developed many variations. IT can be argued that pantheism has had a significant impact on human culture and that it continues to influence our concept of divinity and nature today.
Who were the fathers of western philosophy?
The fathers of western philosophy were Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. Building on each other’s concepts and practices, they established philosophy as being fundamental to human society. The principles of empirical inquiry have gone on to be the foundation of politics, science, mathematics, and much more.
