Religions Flashcards
What were the 5 major religions?
- Judaism
- Christianity
- Islam
- Hinduism
- Buddhism
Where was Judaism concentrated?
Europe and Middle East
What type of religion was Judaism?
Monotheistic
Who founded Judaism?
Abraham
What is the holy book for Judaism?
Torah
What are Judaism beliefs?
Ten Commandments
Who was the founder of Christianity?
Jesus
What is the holy book for Christianity?
The New Testament
What are Christianity beliefs?
Life after death
What type of religion is Christianity?
Monotheistic
Where was Christianity concentrated?
Europe and Middle East?
What are Hinduism beliefs?
- Karma
- Reincarnation
What type of religion is Hinduism?
Polytheistic
Where was Hinduism concentrated?
India and Southeast Asia
Who was the founder of Islam?
Muhammad The Prophet
What is the holy book of Islam?
Qur’an (Koran)
What are Islamic beliefs?
- Five Pillars
- Mecca & Medina
What type of religion is Islam?
Monotheistic
Where is Islam concentrated?
Northern Africa, Southwest Asia, Southern Europe
Who was the founder of Buddhism?
Siddartha Guatama (Buddha)
What are the beliefs of Buddhism?
- Four Noble Truths
- Eightfold Path
Where was Buddhism concentrated?
East and Southwest Asia
