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World Religions
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World Religions Vocabulary n Monotheism – Belief in one God n Polytheism – Belief in many Gods n Animism – Belief in spirits in nature n Filial Piety – Respect for elders n Veneration of Ancestors – Respect and
reverence for the deceased. n Deity – Higher spiritual power n Pilgrimage – Religious journey
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Do Now: What makes a philosophy different from a
religion?
Belief Systems of China & Japan
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What Are the Three Schools of Chinese Thought?
n Confucianism n Taoism n Legalism
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Confucianism Confucius was a scholar and teacher that lived during the Zhou Dynasty What is Confucianism? A philosophy based ont the teachings of Confucius that a great society had a well defined social order based on mutual respect .
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The Basics of Confucianism
n Founder-Kong Fu Zi {Confucius} n Origin: developed in China around 500
BCE. n Currently Practiced: Elements of this
philosophy are still practiced in Southeast Asia.
n Significant Writings-The Analects.
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Beliefs of Confucianism The Analects: The books of Confucian teachings. 1. Five Basic Relationships: Stable society results from the
proper ordering of people. 2. Filial Piety: Respect for elders 3. Lead by Example: Principled rulers take care of their people 4. Family: The family is the core of Chinese society 5. Education: Proper education of the youth is the key to a
successful society. 6. Merit Based Society: The best and most capable people in
society should occupy the most important positions. 7. Civil Service Exams: Tests used to measure ability 8. Patriarchy: A stable society is ruled by a strong, male
leader
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Taoism Basics n Founder: Chinese philosopher Lao Tze. n Origin-Developed in China around 500 BCE. n Text: Tao-te-Ching (Dao De Ching) n Tao = “the way” (Universe) n Harmony: People should live in harmony
with nature and “the ways” of the universe. n Nature: Deep respect and reverence for
nature.
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Balance and Harmony in Taoism
n Balance and harmony in nature n The Yin and Yang must be balanced
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Yin and Yang
Yin Male
Heaven Light Good
Yang Female Earth Dark Evil
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Shinto
§ Shinto was first developed in JAPAN. § Shinto, means "Way of the Gods," is a
religion that focuses on nature and the spiritual world.
§ Major beliefs § Kami: Spirits which inhabit all natural
objects (Mountains, Rivers, Trees, etc.) § Ancestor worship: Extreme reverence for
Ancestral Spirits.
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Places of Worship
§ Places of Worship: Shinto shrines are usually dedicated near sites of impressive natural beauty (e.g., mountains, lakes, etc.), or of historical importance to Japan. The entrance to these shrines is usually indicated by the presence of a red gateway called a torri.
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Tori Gate (Shinto)
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Legalism
§ Chinese philosophy pioneered by Emperor Shi Huangdi (Qin Dynasty)
§ Central Idea: Human nature is bad and people need to be guided by strict laws to maintain order.
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Animism Animism is a traditional religion similar to Shinto. § Animism is practice in most Traditional
Societies, especially in Africa. § Animists believe that spirits inhabit the
natural world and impact human life.
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Hinduism: Religion and Way of Life in India
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Hinduism Basics
§ Hindu Origins: § No single founder. § Result of cultural diffusion that occurred
between Aryan invaders and the native peoples of India sometime around 1500 BCE.
§ Holy Book: The Vedas, Upanishads and Bhagavad Gita
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Major Beliefs of Hinduism Brahman – Universal soul, Hindus believe in an abstract force that is all things. Reincarnation – Belief that upon death the soul is REBORN into another form. Karma – Force of one’s actions in life, “What goes around comes around” Dharma – Religious duty or obligation Moksha – To attain union with the Brahman, escape the cycle of life and death. Caste System – Rigid social class structure in India based on Hindu teachings. Ahimsa – Belief that all living things have a soul and should be treated peacefully.
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Major Hindu Gods § Brahma
§ The Creator
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Major Hindu Gods § Shiva
§ The Destroyer § The Giver of Life
§ Shiva § The Destroyer
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Major Hindu Gods § Vishnu
§ The Preserver
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The C
aste S
ystem
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The Caste System § The Caste System is a WAY OF
LIFE in India. Caste is determined by BIRTH and there is NO SOCIAL MOBILITY. It creates STABILITY AND ORDER in India throughout history.
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Reincarnation & Hinduism
§ What is reincarnation? § Also known as Samsara. Cycle of birth,
death, rebirth. In Hinduism the purpose of reincarnation is to reborn and grow closer to Brahmin.
§ Goals of Hinduism: § achieve moksha, escape from the cycle of
samsara. § Rebirth in a higher caste.
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Other Hindu Beliefs § Ahimsa
§ All living things have souls
§ Most Hindus are vegetarians so that they do not harm other living beings
§ Cows are sacred animals
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“Mother” Ganges § The Ganges River is
a sacred site § The Ganges is a
goddess (Ganga) § The waters are
believed to bless and heal bathers.
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Buddhism Founder: Siddhartha Gautama Origins: Buddhism originates in India Major Beliefs Four Noble Truths 1) All Life is Pain, Suffering and Sorrow 2) The cause of suffering is desire 3) To eliminate suffering, eliminate desire 4) To eliminate desire, follow the Eightfold Path
Nirvana: State of eternal peace Eightfold Path: Code of conduct for Buddhists to follow Buddhists believe in REINCARNATION but reject the CASTE SYSTEM.