1. It is conceivable for states to get together and have a United Nations but it is still inconceivable to have a United Religions Abraham Heschel

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3. The Basics 1. A map - label with the geographic areas of each listed world religion 2. Charts - make sure to fill in basic knowledge

4. Map of World Religions

5. Basic Terms and Concepts of World Religions

6. Polytheism is the belief that there are many gods. Monotheism refers to a religion that contains the belief that there is only one god. There are three main monotheistic religions existing in the world today and they share many of the same characteristics. Judaism, Christianity, and Islam have many commonalities in their foundation, religious doctrine, belief structure, and spiritual principles. In fact, the similarities far outweigh the differences, an interesting point when the numerous episodes of conflict are taken into account.

7. The class chart offers comparisons and contrasts between the three major monotheistic religions. For the sake of clarification, the Christian religion is divided into Roman Catholic, Protestant, and Eastern Orthodox.

8. The Basics “Heaven Help Us All” by Stevie Wonder

11. “Sajda” by Rahat Fateh Khan and others

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13. Judaism, Islam, and Christianity share a belief in 1. the central authority of the Pope 2. a prohibition of the consumption of port 3. reincarnation and the Four Noble Truths 4. monotheism and ethical conduct

14. “ When I go to the office, I put on my shirt and I take off my caste; when I come home, I take off my shirt and I put on my caste. ” What is the main idea of this quotation? 1. the caste system continues to influence Indian society 2. the caste system has been reflected by most Indians 3. successful urban workers in India belong the same Caste 4. the Indian government officially supports the Caste system

15. According the teachings of Confucius, the key to the successful organization of society is that 1. the ruler should be chosen democratically 2. the evil in humans must be eliminated 3. ancestor worship should be discontinued 4. individuals should know and do what is expected of them