unit 5 vocab quiz 4 Flashcards
a set of beliefs, practices, and rituals related to the worship of a higher power
religion
the principle of separating religion from government and public affairs, ensuring that religious beliefs don’t influence laws and policies
secularism
a smaller group that has broken away from a larger established religion.
sect
the belief in the existence of only one God
monotheism
the belief or worship of multiple gods
polytheism
tied to a specific ethnic group and doesn’t actively seek converts.
ethnic religion
a religion that seeks to appeal to all people, regardless of their location or culture, and actively seeks converts.
universalizing religion
a religion that blends elements from different religious traditions to create a new, cohesive belief system.
syncretic religion
a religion that believes that non-human entities, such as animals, plants, and inanimate objects, possess a spiritual essence or soul.
animistic religion
a strict adherence to traditional religious beliefs and practices, often with a literal interpretation of sacred texts.
religious fundamentalism
refers to the Islamic legal system based on the Quran and Hadith, guiding aspects of daily life for Muslims
sharia law
a boundary within a single major religion that separates different denominations or sects.
intrafaith boundary
a boundary that separates different major religions.
interfaith boundary
something or somewhere that is regarded with great respect and reverence, often because it is associated with the divine or considered holy.
sacred space/place/site
a special religious journey to a sacred place for believers. It’s all about traveling to a spot that’s really important in your religion to show your faith and devotion.
pilgrimage
forces or factors that unify a country or bring people together. These can include shared language, culture, or religion
centripetal
forces or factors that divide a country or pull people apart. These can include differences in language, religion, ethnicity, or political divisionsl
centrifugal
religion originating in India, characterized by a variety of beliefs, practices, and rituals, including concepts like karma, dharma, and the caste system.
hinduism
religion founded by the Prophet Muhammad. It is based on the Quran and emphasizes the Five Pillars
islam
one of the oldest monotheistic religions, originating in the Middle East. It is based on the teachings of the Torah and emphasizes the covenant between God and the Jewish people.
judaism
