The Nature of Religion Flashcards
Define the ‘SUPERNATURAL DIMENSION’
A place relating to an order of existence beyond the visible observable universe. It exceeds the ordinary limits of human existence; abnormal, or even miraculous. Cannot be explained by natural laws / Unexplainable phenomenon
Define ‘WORLDVIEW’
Worldview: the way in which an individual or society sees the world - Fundamental orientation about reality and influences how we live, move and express our being.
Define ‘SPIRITUALITY’
An individual practice that has to do with attaining a sense of piece and purpose - process of developing beliefs surrounding the meaning
Define ‘TRANSCENDANCE’
Refers to the aspect of existence/gods nature and power that is wholly independent from the natural world, material universe and physical laws.
Give 3 transcendant religions
Christianity
Islam
Judaism
Define ‘IMMANENCE’
Where a God/Divine presence permeates the material world and is wholly present in the physical world and thus more accessible.
Give 2 immanent religions
Shinto - Kwami
Aboriginal Spirituality - Ancestral Spirits
Define ‘PANTHEISM’
The belief that the universe is God
Define ‘CHARACTERISTICS OF RELIGION’
Organised way of responding/explaining a sense of mystery
What are the 4 characteristics of Religion?
BERS (Acronym)
- Beliefs
- Ethics
- Rituals
- Sacred Text
Define ‘BELIEFS’ + Provide Example
Beliefs: generally accepted truths, doctrines and values that distinguish a religious practice.
Example: Christians belief that God created the earth.
Define ‘ETHICS’ + Provide Example
Ethics: Moral principles/guidlines that govern a persons behaviour within a particular religion.
The explicit, philosophical or reflection on moral beliefs within a tradition. Are central to any religion - values that regulate decision making.
Example: The 5 Precepts - Buddhism
