Enlightenment
Missions
Ecumenism
Pluralism
100
How did the Church view the Study of "Natural Laws" in the 18th Century
They viewed the study of Natural Mechanics with a positive view because they saw it as evidence for the glory of God's Universe.
100
What is the name of the movement that focused on literal interpretation of the Bible, and from which fundamentalism sprouted?
Evangelicalism
100
A number of denomination mergers occurred in the 20th Century. Name one of the churches that is made up of various denominations.
United Church of Canada, Uniting Church in Australia, United Reformed Church in England, United Church of Christ
200
What is the difference between inter and intra religious pluralism?
Inter-involves differences amongst various different faiths/religions (such as Islam, Judaism, Buddhism) Intra-involves differences within a single faith or religion (Eastern Orthodox, Roman Catholic, Protestant)
300
What is the view of God in Deism?
They view him as "a divine watchmaker," one that created the universe and left it to run on its own.
300
What is the name of the epic that is similar to Noah's Arc?
Gilgamesh
300
Name one of the two collaborations that facilitated ecumenism.
Missionary and youth work.
500
How does the modern church view evolution?
They don't normally focus on where humans came from. Instead, they focus on where humans are headed.
500
How were missionaries essential to colonial enterprise in the 19th century?
Europeans needed a reason and excuse to be in Africa.
500
Why was ecumenism so important?
Ecumenism served as the bridge connecting close to 400 years of separations amongst the Western Christian community.
500
What is the mission of the Pluralism Project at Harvard University?
Their mission is to help Americans engage with the realities of religious diversity through research, outreach, and the active dissemination of resources.
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