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The Five Major Religions
Basics of Judaism
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People who follow the religion Judaism are called Jews.
The symbol of Judaism is the Star of David, or Mageim David.
There is approximately 14,000,000 Jews all over the world.
The majority of Jews come from The United States and Israel.
Jews, like almost every other religion, have their own sacred
writings, or ”guide book”. Theirs is called the Torah, which is
the first five books of the Hebrew Bible.
The 3rd largest religion in the world.
Most Jews are located in Israel.
Judaism is a monotheistic religion.
Beliefs
1. Jews believe in one God, Yahweh.
2. They also believe that if they follow the main laws in
their book, the Torah, then they will have peace with
God and others.
3. They also believe that there will be no other God, and
that the messiah will come.
4. They believe that the good will be rewarded and the
bad will be punished.
5. They are not to pray to any other God but Yahweh.
Beginnings
The founder of Judaism is Abraham.
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Judaism began in Mesopotamia, which is
Currently known as Iraq and spread to Palestine.
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*Judaism began sometime around 1900
B.C.
The goals of Jewish people are to represent a
covenant community based on the Torah, and on the
relationship between the Israelites and Yahweh.
The world views Judaism as a religion which
feels that they are the chosen people to represent
Yahweh to all nations. Their identity is rooted in
their historical relevance, and their long history of
conflict with their neighbors.
History
First, God spoke to Abram, who later was known as Abraham,
and told him;
The Lord said to Abram, “ Leave your country, your relatives, and
your father’s family. Go to the land I will show you. I will make you a
great nation, and I will bless you. I will make you famous, and you will
be a blessing to others. I will bless those who bless you. I will place a
curse on those who harm you, and all the people on earth will be
blessed through you.’’
- Genesis 12:1-3
After Abraham started a new nation, Moses led the Israelites out
of Egypt, and received the ten commandments from Yahweh. Moses
and Joshua led the people to Palestine, which is now Israel.
Yahweh sent Jewish prophets to bring messages of direction,
guidance, hope, and judgment while there was conflict and invasion by
surrounding countries. The Romans enslaved the Israelites and
eventually forced them to leave Palestine, or Israel. Once they left
Israel, they dispersed to different parts of the world.
Yarmulke
is usually worn during
prayers as a sign of
respect. Yarmulke is a
A tefillin is a
Yiddish word, meaning physical reminder of a scripture
in the Torah, Bind [the words
skullcap.
that I command you today] as a
sign on your arm, and they shall
be ornaments between your
eyes. -Deuteronomy 6:8
The proper way to wear a
Tallit, is very complex,
because Jews are
commanded by the Torah
to wear them. The
difference between the
two is that the tzitzit is the
tassle on the Tallit, and the
Tallit is the actual clothing.
Believe it or not, the tzitzit
is much more important
than the tallit.
Basics of Christianity
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The symbol of Christianity is the cross that
Jesus was crucified on.
The Christian population is around 2 billion.
Christian’s sacred writing is called The Bible.
Largest religion in the world.
Christianity is a monotheistic religion.
Most of the Christian population is in Mexico.
Beliefs
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Christians believe that Jesus was sent to earth
by God, and died on the cross so that one can
live with God eternally in heaven.
They also believe that Jesus Christ is the only
way, the truth and the life. Once they make a
profession of faith they are assured eternal life
with God.
Christians believe in one God, who they call
God, Father, or Jehovah.
Beginnings
Christianity was founded
by Jesus Christ.
 Christianity started with
the ministry of Jesus
Christ, in 30 A.D. Jesus
started his ministry in
Israel, or Palestine.
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The goal for Christians is to become more like
Christ, and teach the gospel to others.
The world views Christianity as a religion which is
called to be Christ like, but fails on most occasions
because they still make mistakes and are not perfect.
When Christians do good throughout the world, they
are living out their faith by serving others and being a
representative of Jesus.
History
Christianity was based upon Jesus’s teachings, and ministry. It began as a
part of Judaism, but separated from Judaism when Jesus reinterpreted the Jewish
laws. He healed sick people, and taught them about how God’s Kingdom was
coming. Jesus emphasized that love for God, and others were important in the
process of the coming of The Kingdom. Jesus was crucified, dead and buried. On
the third day after his death, he was resurrected and appeared to his disciples and
followers repeatedly.
The early church faced persecution for their beliefs. There were two parts of
Christianity, Roman Catholicism, and Eastern Orthodox. Catholicism was lead by
The Pope, Orthodoxy was more spiritual instead of ritualistic. Later on,
Protestantism became another branch of Christianity, which emphasized the
authority of the scriptures, and the grace of God.
There are at least two accepted sacraments, or rituals. The first is baptism,
and the second sacrament is the Lord’s Supper. Baptism shows death to the old
self, and new birth to the new person you have become. The Lord’s Supper helps
believers to remember the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Clothing
In churches, the choirs always
have matching robes that they
perform in while singing. Not all robes
are the same. Different churches
have different robes, but there is an
example above.
At most churches, people
dress nicely. There are some
churches were people dress
however they want, but usually,
people wear nicer clothing
because they want to give their
best to God, and to show
respect.
Basics of Buddhism
The name of the Buddhist God is Siddhartha Gautama, or
Buddha.
 The symbol of Buddhism is the Eight Spoked Wheel.
 There are about 350,000,000 Buddhists in the entire
world.
 The sacred writings of Buddhism
are called the Tripitaka.
 4th largest religion in the world.
 Buddhism is a polytheistic
religion.
 Most Buddhists are in Pakistan.
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Buddhists believe that people must follow the Eightfold Path so
that they will have a life of good thought, morality, and wisdom.
They also believe that there is no soul, instead people are made
of Psychological forces called Skandas, which don’t last forever.
They believe that Karma in transferred to your next life. Karma
also affects what you turn into in your next life.
Buddhists believe that there are four truths of Buddhism, all life is
suffering, all suffering is from desire, if there is no desire, there is
no suffering, and the way to avoid suffering is the Eightfold path.
Beginnings
Buddhism
originated in
Northeastern India.
 Buddhism began
around 2,500 years
ago in about 500 B.C.
 Siddhartha
Guatama is the
founder of Buddhism.
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The goals of Buddhists are to make
every one become enlightened.
The world view of Buddhism is that it’s
teachings are trying to solve the
universal human problem of suffering,
without success. Buddhism does
however offer its own version of hope
to its followers.
History
When Siddhartha Gautama was a young prince, his father wanted him to stay
happy forever. So Siddhartha was spoiled, and was never anxious, angry, sad, or
disappointed, and stayed inside the palace walls for his childhood. Until one day, he
realized that he wanted to go beyond the palace and see what other people go through
when they are not always given what they want, when they want it.
When Siddhartha was a young man, he left home, and wandered in the forest. He
encountered a wounded man, an elderly man and a holy man. He later had the moment
called “The Enlightenment”, when the question, how do you get rid of suffering, was
answered. Siddhartha Guatama became known as The Buddha from then on.
Buddha taught the people that the cause of suffering is want, or desire. The
solution to suffering is to follow the Four Noble Truths, and the Eightfold Path. Buddha
eventually gathered disciples to form the first monastery. Buddhism originated from
India, and spread to other countries. Then Buddhism started changing because it was
exposed to the Native population. Temples were built along with offerings and prayers
to the Buddha, because his followers wanted to be like him. Buddha became “the
Blessed One”.
As Buddhism spread over to China, Korea, and Japan, people started to believe
that they themselves could become enlightened like Buddha, and live eternally to help
others become enlightened too. Today certain groups of Buddhists believe that they
gain salvation by believing in Buddha, and being faithful to him.
Clothing
Unless you are a monk, or
other important leader of
Buddhism, you would dress
normally like the family below.
Above, there is a picture of Buddhist monks
wearing robes, but these are not the only kind of robes
for monks, there are many different types of robes.
The type of Buddhist you are depends on what kind of
robe you would wear. For example, if you were a
Theravada monk, you probably would wear a saffron or
ochre robe. If you were a Mahayana monk, your robes
would vary, depending on climate, and geography.
Basics of Hinduism
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The symbol of Hinduism is called Aum. They
also believe Aum is the very first sound.
There are around 940,000,000 Hindu’s.
Hindu’s sacred writings are known as the 4
Vedas.
5th largest religion in the world.
Hinduism is a polytheistic religion.
Most Hindus are in India.
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Hindus believe in a cycle of life ,death,
and birth,or reincarnation.
Another belief of Hindus is that
Brahman can be thought of in many
different ways.
They also believe that only a priest can
feed, clean, and take care of the
statues of their Gods.
Beginnings
Hinduism was not founded by any one.
 Hinduism began in the Indus River
Valley in India.
 Hinduism started
in 3000 B.C.
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The goals of Hinduism is to offer the Indian
people different choices for dealing with life
and faith. Also, to share their faith and
religious heritage with the world.
The world views Hinduism as a multiple
choice approach to solving life’s problems.
Due to the large number of gods, goddesses,
and spirits, it offers individuality within the
religion.
History
Two very important movements have described Hinduism. One of the
movements deal with the beginning of the world and has developed laws of life
dealing with communities, and behavior. The other movement is based on
worship, beliefs, prayer, and temples, which revolves around many different gods
and goddesses. Rivers, shrines and temples are places where the Hindus can meet
with different gods or goddesses.
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Clothing
A sherwati is a type of Hindu men’s clothing.
Sherwatis are usually only worn during
ceremonies and celebrations.
This type of clothing
is called a sari. Saris are
worn by Hindu women.
Even though saris have
been around for centuries,
they are still popular
today.
Basics of Islam
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Their god is Allah.
Their symbol is called the star and crescent.
There are about 1,500,000,000.
Their sacred writings are the Qu’ran.
Second largest religion in the world.
Islam is a monotheistic religion.
Most of their population is in Pakistan.
Beliefs
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Muslims believe that Muhammad is the final prophet.
They also believe that the Qu’ran is the final
revelation, even more than the Torah and the Gospel.
They believe that Allah is a spirit, and think of angels
as messengers from their God.
They believe the greatest sin is idolatry or shirking.
Which means to keep focus off of their God.
The greatest good is total obedience to Allah, and
the law.
Beginnings
Islam originated
in Arabia.
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700 A.D.
 Islam was founded
by Muhammad the
prophet.
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The goals for Muslims are to promote togetherness,
sameness, and for a small portion of the believers,to
rid the world of non-believers.
The world view of Islam depends upon the
geographical location of the nation. The
western culture views parts of Islam as
inhumane. For example, the women have very
few rights, and laws are strictly enforced. The
middle eastern culture is mostly Islamic, and
religion is tied very closely to the government.
History
Islam began in Mecca, when Muhammad received
a message from Allah in a cave. When Muhammad told
others about the message, which was that Allah was
the higher power, and all about prayer, fasting,
holidays, etc., he was shamed by other people,
including his own family.
When he reached the age of twenty-five, he got
married, and converted his wife and her cousin, and
they became the first Muslims. He then led his
followers to Medina, and this became known as The
Flight to Medina. He then tried to interact with tribal
groups, including The Jews. He was forced to form a
group of warriors, because the tribes were not
interested in working with him. That is when he built
the first mosque, from where he ruled. He later died in
632 A.D.
After his death, Islam split into groups, based
upon leadership. Islam spread to Palestine, India, North
Africa, Spain, Persia, China, and the U.S.
Clothing
The man above is a sheikh, he
is wearing a traditional head
scarf called a yishamagh, a
garment called a dishdash , and
a “cape” known as an abaya.
A jilbab is a traditional
garment for Muslim women.
The headdress is called hijab.
The clothing is very modest for
Muslim women, as you can see
above.
2085 B.C.
Abraham started Judaism.
1500 B.C.
Hinduism began
833 B.C.
Jewish temple is built
560 B.C.
Buddha started Buddhism
30 A.D.
Jesus started Christianity
325 A.D.
Christianity became legal
610 A.D.
Islam was started by Muhammad
1650 A.D.
Tibetan Buddhism-Dalai Lama
1930 A.D.
Black Muslims
1965 A.D.
Assembly of Yahweh