Christianity – Islam - Judaism
Throughout
most of history, religion has played a powerful and influential role. Though
there are more than 4,000 religions practiced around the world, we will focus
on the major three, Christianity, Islam, and Judaism.
Using
information from the links provided, you will work individually or in a pair to
complete the tasks assigned to you.
To Do:
1. Complete
chart on your chosen Religion.
2. Research
your Religion and the category’s that are listed below.
3. Create
a poster-sized flyer to educate others on your Religion
Total:
50 Project Points Due Date: Thursday Sept. 11th
1.
Origins/Roots of the Belief System
a.
What are the
foundations of your religion? Where did it begin? Who started it? When was it
started?
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2.
Demographics/Geography
a.
What
percentage of the world's population adheres to your religion? Where is it
most popular? Does your religion have
a sacred site/place? Describe it. Where is this site? Why is it important? A map may be useful here.
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3.
History
a.
How has your
religion grown over history? What other events took place with regards to
your religion? Are there different groups within your religion?
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4.
Important Figures
a.
Who are
the important figures in the history of the religion? Does
your religion have a sacred symbol or object? Describe it. What is the
object? What does it symbolize? Why is this important?
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5.
Beliefs/Values
a.
Is it
monotheistic or polytheistic? What are
the name(s) of god(s)? What are they like? Any other special beliefs? Does
your religion have a sacred text? Describe it. When was it written? Who was
it written by? How was this text passed on to future generations? Are
there any important quotes to include?
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6.
Worship/Religious Practices
a.
Where do
they worship? What rituals do they follow?
What are the other major beliefs or
worldviews of your religion? How should one live their life? What happens
after death? How should others be treated?
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7.
Holidays/Celebrations/Significant Days
a.
Describe the
way your religion worships and celebrates. What are its traditions? Why do
they worship and celebrate in this way?
Identify important holidays and how they celebrate.
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Name:
Religion:
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adherents called
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current adherents
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current size rank
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major concentration
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sacred text
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religious law
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clergy
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house of worship
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main day of worship
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date founded
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place founded
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founder
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original language(s)
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major splits
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names of God
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other spiritual beings
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revered humans
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identity of Jesus
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birth of Jesus
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view of sacred text
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human nature
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means of salvation
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God's role in salvation
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good afterlife
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bad afterlife
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