1. World Religions Power Point/Poster Project
Ms. Lapp, Ms. Keil, Ms. Stephany

2. The Origins of Judaism
The Hebrews maintain monotheistic religious beliefs that were unique in the ancient world.

4. Who is the founder of Judaism Christianity and Islam?*

5. The Origins of Judaism The Search for a Promised Land
Ancient Palestine
• Palestine was region on eastern shores of
Mediterranean
• Hebrew people settled in Canaan, land promised
to them by God *map

7. The Origins of Judaism The Search for a Promised Land
Ancient Palestine
• Palestine was region on eastern shores of
Mediterranean
• Hebrew people settled in Canaan, land promised
to them by God
From Ur to Egypt
• Torah, first five books of Hebrew Bible, tells early
history of Hebrews
• In Torah, God chose Abraham, a shepherd, to be
father of Hebrew people
• Abraham moves family and herds from Ur to
Canaan around 1800 B.C.
• Around 1650 B.C. Abraham’s descendants
move to Egypt
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8. The Search for a Promised Land
The God of Abraham
• Hebrews are monotheists, believing in one God
only—Yahweh
• Yahweh is all powerful, not a physical being
• A mutual promise, covenant, is made between
God and Abraham
• Abraham promises to obey God, Yahweh
promises protection*
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10. Moses and the Exodus Hebrews Migrate to Egypt
• At first Hebrews are honored in Egypt:
later become slaves
“Let My People Go”
• Hebrews flee Egypt between 1300 and 1200 B.C.
• Bible tells of God’s command that Moses lead this “Exodus”
A New Covenant
• Moses receives Ten Commandments—become basis of Hebrew law*
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11. History and Religion ARE connected!*

12. What do these have in common?
-Moses
-Great Flood
-Exodus
-David and -Goliath
-Jonah and the -Whale
-Patience of Job
-Angel Gabriel
What do these have in common?

13. The Kingdom of Israel
Canaan
• Land that Hebrews believe God promised them.
• Canaan land is harsh; Hebrews expand south and
north-
Saul and David Establish a Kingdom
• Hebrew religion called Judaism
• From 1020 to 922 B.C. Hebrews (Jews) unite; new
kingdom called Israel mp
• King David establishes
Jerusalem as capital*

14. Solomon Builds the Kingdom • David’s son Solomon becomes King; makes
The Kingdom of Israel
Solomon Builds the Kingdom
• David’s son Solomon becomes King; makes
Israel a trading empire
• He builds a magnificent temple and royal palace
in Jerusalem*
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17. Hinduism and Buddhism Develop
Section 2
Hinduism and Buddhism Develop
The beliefs of the Vedic Age develop into Hinduism and Buddhism.

18. Hinduism and Buddhism Develop
• They are a Collection of religious beliefs that developed slowly over time w/no one founder with a single set of ideas
Origins and Beliefs
• 750–500 B.C. Hindu teachers create the Upanishads—texts of teachings
• Each person has “atman”— soul (= to “Ka”) united with all others in Brahman
• In reincarnation, people reborn to new lives
• A soul’s good and bad deeds, karma, determines
course of new life
The caste you are born into is believed to be determined by your Karma in the past life… That is why lower castes are treated so bad…chart*

20. Brahma- Creator
Vishnu- Maintainer
Shiva- Destroyer*

21. Hinduism Evolves Over Centuries
New Religions Arise
• Jainism, a new religion, arises in 500s B.C.
• Jains will not harm any creature- why? For good Karma.
• They work in trade, commerce; practice religious
tolerance
Where have you seen this symbol before?

22. The Buddha Seeks Enlightenment
Siddhartha Gautama
• Founder of Buddhism; priests prophesized his
greatness*
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24. The Buddha Seeks Enlightenment
Siddhartha Gautama
• Founder of Buddhism; priests prophesized his
greatness
Siddhartha’s Quest
• Raised in isolation, Siddhartha Gautama wants
to learn about world
• Seeks enlightenment (wisdom), how to escape
human suffering
• Tries many methods; gains enlightenment by
meditating
• Becomes the “Buddha”, the “enlightened one”*pic

26. The Buddha Seeks Enlightenment
Origins and Beliefs
• Buddha begins to teach followers
• Preaches Four Noble Truths—basic philosophy of
Buddhism
• Fourth Noble Truths say to follow the Eightfold path
to achieve nirvana
• Nirvana:
- a perfect state of understanding
- a release from selfishness and pain
- a break from the chain of reincarnations,
rebirths
• Buddha rejects caste system and multiple gods of
Hinduism*chart*

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28. How do you think Buddhism was spread??

29. The Buddha Seeks Enlightenment
Buddhism in India
• Spreads to other parts of Asia
• Never gains firm hold in India; Hinduism remains
strong
• Buddhist pilgrims often visit India
Trade is the reason for the Spread of Buddhism
• Buddhism spreads by traders to:
- Sri Lanka, Burma, Thailand, Sumatra
- China, Korea, Japan*

31. The Rise of Christianity
Section 3
The Rise of Christianity
Christianity arises in Roman-occupied Judea and spreads throughout the Roman Empire.
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32. The Rise of Christianity
SECTION 3
The Rise of Christianity
The Life and Teachings of Jesus
Romans Conquer Judea
• Rome conquers Judea, home of Jews; makes it part of empire, A.D. 6
• Many Jews believe a Messiah, or savior, eventually will free them
Jesus of Nazareth
• Jesus—a Jew born in Bethlehem (around 6 to 4 B.C.), raised in Nazareth
• At age 30 begins preaching monotheism, Ten Commandments
• Does good works, reportedly performs miracles
• Stresses personal relationship with God, love for friends and enemies
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33. A Growing Movement Jesus’ Death
SECTION 3
continued The Life and Teachings of Jesus
A Growing Movement
• Apostles—the twelve men who are disciples (or
pupils) of Jesus
• Jesus ignores wealth and status; his message
appeals to poor
Jesus’ Death
• Many Jews view Jesus as the Messiah; others
see him as a heretic
• Roman governor Pontius Pilate sentences Jesus
to be crucified
• Apostles believe Jesus ascended into heaven
after death
• Christos, Greek word for “savior”; Christianity
derived from “Christ”
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35. Christianity Spreads Through the Empire
SECTION 3
Christianity Spreads Through the Empire
Growth of Christianity
• Followers spread Christianity—new religion
based on Jesus’ teachings
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Paul’s Mission
• Apostle Paul—spends life preaching and
interpreting Christianity
• Common languages of Latin and Greek help to
spread message
• Paul stresses Jesus is son of God who died for
people’s sins
• Paul declares that Christianity open to all converts
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36. Persecution of the Christians
SECTION 3
continued Christianity Spreads Through the Empire
Jewish Rebellion
• Jews rebel against Rome; Romans storm Jerusalem, destroy Temple
• Rebellions in A.D. 66, 70, 132 fail; Jews driven from homeland
• Diaspora—centuries of Jewish exile (from Greek word for “dispersal”)
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Persecution of the Christians
• Christians won’t worship Roman gods; become enemies of Roman rule
• Roman rulers use Christians as scapegoats for hard times
• As Pax Romana crumbles, Christians crucified, burned, killed in arena
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37. A World Religion Christianity’s Expansion
SECTION 3
A World Religion
Christianity’s Expansion
• Christianity becomes powerful force; reasons for widespread appeal:
• embraces all people
• gives hope to the powerless
• appeals to those repelled by extravagance of Roman life
• offers personal relationship with a loving God
• promises eternal life after death
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38. Constantine Accepts Christianity
SECTION 3
continued A World Religion
Constantine Accepts Christianity
• Constantine—Roman emperor battles for control of Rome in A.D. 312
• Has vision of cross, Christian symbol; places on soldiers’ shields
• Believes Christian God helped him win; legalizes Christianity
• In A.D. 380 Emperor Theodosius makes Christianity religion of empire
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39. Early Christian Church
SECTION 3
continued A World Religion
Early Christian Church
• Priests direct a single church; bishops supervise numerous churches
• Apostle Peter—first bishop of Rome; clergy trace their authority to him
• Pope—the father, or head, of Christian Church; Rome, center of Church
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40. The Fathers of the Church
SECTION 3
continued A World Religion
A Single Voice
• Church leaders compile standard Christian beliefs in New Testament
• New Testament added to Hebrew Bible (also called Old Testament)
The Fathers of the Church
• Early writers and scholars of teachings called Fathers of the Church
• Augustine, bishop in North Africa, one of the most important Fathers
• Stressed receiving sacraments to obtain God’s grace
• Wrote famous book, The City of God
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42. Project Agenda
Day One – Explain Project & Library research. When we leave the library you should have a minimum of 4 pieces of information, two from a text book, two from an on-line source.
You MUST cite at least two sources in your project to get full credit.

43. How will I be graded?
The project itself is 75% of your grade. See rubric on the back of the guidelines sheet for a detailed breakdown.
A partner test on Belief Systems will be filled out on the last day of our project. You can use your project & notes to help accomplish this task.
Staying on task in the library and on in class work days also counts toward your grade.

44. Belief Systems Pie Chart
Christianity has the largest percentage of followers.
What percent of the world’s population is Muslim?
What types of religions are considered “Christian”?

45. Islam Location of origin: Arabian Peninsula Founder: Mohammed
Rituals: Follow the five pillars, pray five times a day facing Mecca.
Holy books: Koran.
Worship Place: Mosque.
Areas Practiced Today: Worldwide

46. Shinto Location of origin: Japan
Founder: Evolved from a mixture of tribal religions.
Rituals:
Holy books:
Worship Place: Shinto Shrines, Torri gate.
Areas Practiced Today: Japan

47. Hinduism Location of origin: India Rituals:
Founder: No known founder
Rituals:
Holy books: Mahabharata & Ramayana
Worship Place: Temples, not a specific place
Areas Practiced Today: India, United States

48. Venn Diagram: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam

49. Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
Venn Diagram:
Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
Jesus is devine
Trinity
Sacraments
Ordained Ministry
No Sacred Language
Church is Holy Building
Weekly Holy Day is Sunday
Liturgical practice of breaking bread and wine
Ongoing revelation
One God- God of Abraham
Special Relationship with God
History of Ancient Hebrews
Importance of Prophets
Religion is Divided into Sects
Prayer occurs during religious service
Services held in Holy Building
Jerusalem is Holy City
Hebrew is Sacred Language
Canaan is Promised Land
God is Adonai
Synagogue is Holy Building
Holy Day is the Sabbat (Friday Night to Saturday Night)
Salvation and Damnation
Recitation of Creed
Story of Jesus’ Life
Arabic Sacred Language
Mecca Holy City
Muhammad Final Prophet
Koran is Holy Book
5 Pillars- To Attain Salvation
Dietary Laws
Fasting- Ramadan and Yom Kippur
Almsgiving
Sacred Language
God is Allah
Mosque is Holy Building
Friday prayer
Hajj to Mecca