Nature of Religion and Beliefs
What describes the view of time for Aboriginal dreamtime?
Cyclical Time
What was the context in which Christianity began and the main events of his life?
BMDRA
What does the term Ummah refer to in Islam?
The global community of Muslims united by their faith
Who is Abraham?
This patriarch is regarded as the father of the Jewish people and entered into the first covenant with God.
what was the main christian denomination in aus during early colonial period
aglican
What is a religion that focuses on a being or power apart from the world?
Transcendent religion
How are the 10 commandments divided and what are each of their themes?
1-4 duties towards God, 5 - 10 are duties towards other people
What is the Islamic belief that there is only one God called?
Tawhid.
What are the Commandments (Mitzvot)?
This concept refers to God's divinely inspired moral law that guides Jewish ethical behaviour through the mitzvot
which group of christians faced discrimination in early colonial aus
catholics
What is a totem in Aboriginal Dreamtime?
A sacred plant or animal for that specific people group
Define the Trinity
The trinity assumes the triune nature of monotheistic Christian God: The father, Son and Holy Spirit. All aspects are unique, equal and eternal. 3 persons, 1 divine being
What event marked the beginning of the Islamic calendar?
The Hijrah (migration of Muhammad and his followers from Mecca to Medina).
What is the difference between Conservative and Orthodox Judaism?
Unlike Orthodox Judaism, this movement believes Jewish law should be interpreted to adapt to modern society while remaining binding
what was the main reason for cathlic church growth in aus during 1800s
Irish immigration
What is the name of the frameworks that offer structured systems of moral guidance that regulate adherents’ behaviour and relationships?
Religious ethics
What are the Beatitudes in everyday life for Christians?
Description of how saved people live, not how to get saved
How do Shariah and Islamic ethical teachings influence the behaviour of Muslims?
They provide guidance on moral choices and actions by applying the teachings of Allah to everyday life
What is the Book of Proverbs?
This biblical book is frequently used to illustrate wisdom, righteousness, purity and generosity of spirit as ethical teachings
what year was the split between the church and state
1888
What term is this the definition of; An adapting, dynamic and evolving religion to its modern environment?
Living religion
How are the Trinity, the divinity and humanity of Jesus, and salvation connected to one another?
Jesus is both fully God and fully human. Being human lets him represent people; being God gives his death and resurrection the power to save. So his dual nature is what makes salvation possible — the three beliefs work together, not separately.
Why is the Sunnah considered an important source of authority for Muslims alongside the Qur’an?
The Sunnah provides the example of Prophet Muhammad’s actions and teachings, helping Muslims interpret and apply the Qur’an in their lives
What is the Prophetic Vision?
This prophetic concept calls on Jews to establish justice, peace and righteousness, inspiring the idea of Tikkun Olam
why was religion an important part of aus identity before 1945
influenced education, politics, social values (morals) and community life