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Title: Religion


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Religion
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Pre-test! What do you know?
  • 1. There are 5 major religions in the world. List
    them.

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Pre-test
  • 2. Which religion does this symbol represent?

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Pre-test
  • 3. Which religion preaches karma?

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Pre-test
  • 4. Name one of the two religions that believe in
    reincarnation.

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Pre-test
  • 5. What is the difference between monotheistic,
    polytheistic and atheistic?

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Pre-test
  • 6. Which religion bans the consumption of pork?

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Pre-test
  • 7. Which religion bans the consumption of beef?

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Pre-test
  • 8. What is one function of religion?

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Pre-test
  • How did you do?!

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Religion
  • an organized system of beliefs, ceremonies,
    practices, and worship that (usually) centers on
    one or more gods

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Functions of Religion
  • Social cohesion strengthens bonds
  • Can cause conflict
  • Example Iraq

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Functions of Religion
  • Social control encourages conformity to norms
  • Cause and rid guilt
  • Can prohibit social reform
  • Example women in Saudi Arabia

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Functions of Religion
  • Emotional support
  • Provides answers to life/death
  • Cope with disappointment/loss

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Theism
  • Theism belief in god(s)
  • monotheism one God
  • polytheism multiple gods
  • Ethicalism belief in morals/principles

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Five Major World Religions
  • Christianity
  • Islam
  • Judaism
  • Hinduism
  • Buddhism
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