Religious Expression definitions

Question 1

Holy

Answer 1

Something that is special and sacred, derived from God or religion.

Question 2

Pilgrimage

Answer 2

A journey to a special or holy place which is of religious significance, often to fulfil a religious or spiritual purpose

Question 3

Symbolism

Answer 3

Representation through symbols or icons which have special meanings to a religious believer

Question 4

Interfaith dialogue

Answer 4

Discussing and sharing views and ideas between members of different religious backgrounds and faiths

Question 5

Community

Answer 5

A group of people with a shared interest or common goal

Question 6

Evangelism

Answer 6

How religious believers share their faith with others. eg missionaries

Question 7

Identity

Answer 7

Personality/ character . Religious identity can be expressed through what is worn, eaten or vocation.

Question 8

Faith

Answer 8

Having a belief in someone/something.

> may show faith through prayer, responding to God and teaching

Question 9

Sacred

Answer 9

Something special that is to be respected and dedicated to God

Question 10

Discuss the use of art to express faith.

Answer 10

> reminder of greatness of God
- act of worship

> graven images
- no one knows what God looks like.

Question 11

How can faith be expressed?

Answer 11

> attitude towards others

> worship in religious building

> worship in the home

> pilgrimage

> sharing faith

> what is worn