1. Christianity Islam Judaism HinduismBuddhismConfucianism

2. Today we will begin learning about the major world religions. We will stop periodically & take notes on this sheet.

3. Religion an organized system of beliefs, ceremonies, and rules used to worship a God(s)

4. Types of Religions 1. Monotheistic religions believe in one god. 2. Polytheistic religions believe in many gods. - Fill in definitions for religion, mono and poly on your notes sheet.

5. Religions of the World What do you notice about this graph? What religions have the most followers?

6. Religions of the World

7. Red = Christianity, Green = Islam Why do you think this map shows only 2 religions?

8. Religions of the World ReligionFollowers Christianity1.9 billion Islam1.1 billion Hinduism781 million Buddhism324 million Sikhism19 million Judaism14 million Do these numbers surprise you? Why or why not?

9. MONOTHEISTIC RELIGIONS Monotheism= belief that there is only one god

10. 3 Monotheistic Religions 1. Judaism (2000 BCE) 2. Christianity (26-36 CE) 3. Islam (610 CE)

11. Judaism Monotheism - There is one god Abraham- is the ‘father’ of the Jewish people. God revealed his laws to his people through Moses and the Ten Commandments. Video Clip

12. Write these notes… Judaism Holy Book = Torah God= Yahweh The father is Abraham and Jesus was a prophet Sabbath= Saturday (rest, study, feast, worship)

13. Judaism Symbol- Star of David

14. Judaism Holy Book- Torah

15. Western Wall The Western Wall is located in the Old City of Jerusalem Construction startedConstruction started: 19 BC HeightHeight: 62' (19 m) https://www.youtube.com/watch ?v=HyEaAcPGAhA

16. Christianity Christianity was heavily influenced by Judaism. 1. Monotheistic - There is one god 2. Jesus Christ (son of God) died for the sins of humankind. 3. Salvation comes from faith in God. Video Clip

17. Christianity

19. Christians People who follow Christianity are called Christians. Although there are many different types of Christians, they all believe in Jesus Christ.

20. Symbols The main symbol of Christianity is the cross or crucifix, it reminds Christians that Jesus died for them by being hung on the cross. Christians have lots of symbols. Candles represent the light that Jesus brings to the world. Water represents cleanliness, washing away sins, and new beginnings.

21. Christianity Symbol- Cross

22. Festivals Christians celebrate many festivals and holy days each year. The most exciting are Christmas and Easter. Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus and Easter celebrates the time when he rose form the dead.

23. Christianity Holy Book- Bible Christians believe the Old and New Testaments of the Bible are holy books. The first four books of the New Testament were written by followers of Jesus.

24. Write these notes… Christianity Holy Book= Bible Believe Jesus is the son of God and was sent to save Christians Sunday is their Sabbath (day of rest and worship)

25. Islam Islam is a monotheistic religion Developed in Saudi Arabia in the early 600s. Islam was founded by the Prophet Muhammed. Video Clip

26. Islam

27. Islam 5 Pillars of Faith The five pillars or central teachings of Islam are: 1.A statement of faith 2.Prayer (five times a day in the direction of Mecca) 3.Charity 4.Pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in your lifetime (called the Hajj) 5.Fasting (during the month of Ramadan)

29. Islam Holy Book- Qur'an (Koran) The teachings of Muhammed were collected into a book called the Qur’an (Koran).

30. Islam Place of Worship- Mosques.

31. Islam Symbol-Crescent and Star

32. Dome of the Rock

33. Mecca

34. Notes Page Islam Holy Book = Quaran Mecca is their spiritual capital (expected to go there at least once in their life) They have 5 pillars (rules) & pray 5 times a day

35. Video Clip Monotheistic Religions

36. POLYTHEISTIC RELIGIONS

37. 2 Polytheistic Religions 1. Hinduism 2. Buddhism 3. Confucianism

38. Hinduism Hinduism is one of the oldest religions in the world. It is a polytheistic religion Originated in South Asia, present day India, around 2500 B.C.E. Video Clip

39. Hinduism Atman- is the spirit or soul of a person Brahman- refers to a supreme spirit. Hindus believe that the goal of life is to reach nirvana. Hindus believe in reincarnation and karma. ▫ A person dies, then lives again, until they finally reach nirvana.

40. Hinduism Holy Books- Several holy books called 1.Vedas 2.Upanishads 3.The epics the Mahabharata and Ramayana.

41. Hinduism Caste System The caste system is a system of social organization in India. When a person is born they are born into one of four castes. This system has led to discrimination and has been outlawed in India. Hindus still debate whether the caste system is part of Hinduism or an outdated social custom.

42. Hinduism Caste System 1.Brahmins: Teachers and priests. 2.Kshatriyas: Warriors, nobles, and kings. 3.Vaishyas: Farmers, merchants, and businessmen. 4.Shudras: Servants and laborers.

43. Notes Page- Write ALL words I wrote, in Hinduism box on your notes sheet Hinduism Began in India, world’s oldest religion Have 4 life goals (basically to live positively) Reincarnation and Karma

44. Buddhism Buddhism is related to Hinduism and shares many of the same basic beliefs. Buddhism was founded by a man named Siddhartha who was born as a prince. The relationship between Buddhism and Hinduism is similar to the relationship between Christianity and Judaism. Video Clip

46. Eight Fold Path Buddhist must follow the 8 fold path to reach nirvana

47. Buddhism

48. Notes Page Buddhism Started by Siddhartha Guatama (aka Buddha) Live by the 4 Noble Truths (eliminate desire = no more suffering) The way to a good life is by living the 8 fold path

49. Confucius Born in 551 B.C. died in 479 B.C.

50. Confucianism Concerned primarily with restoring social stability and order ▫What is the basis of a stable, unified, and enduring social order? a system of social and ethical philosophy ▫“only when character is cultivated are our families regulated; only when families are regulated are states well governed.”

51. Confucianism Li ▫rituals, norms, institutions, or traditions ▫the outer, conforming aspect of Confucianism Ren ▫humaneness, love, kindness, compassion, or virtue ▫the inner, reforming aspect of Confucianism

52. Li Rites, ceremonies, proper behavior, and good manner performed in good faith, with everyone keeping to his or her proper role universal harmony no need for physical sanctions, laws, or punishment

53. Ren Relationship between "two persons” extension of filial piety to all human beings each role in the hierarchy of social relations had clearly defined duties ▫reciprocity or mutual responsibility

54. Five relationships father-child ruler-subject husband-wife elder brother-younger brother friend-friend

55. Confucianism Persecuted in Qin Dynasty ▫221 B.C. - 206 B.C. promoted by later rulers

56. In today’s China

57. Video Clip 5 World Religions