Variations of Christianity
Major Figures
Location
Beliefs 1
Beliefs 2
100
What religion within Christianity is led by the Pope?
The Roman Catholic Church
100
Believed to be the son of God in Christianity but not in Judaism
Jesus Christ
100
Where is considered the "homeland" for Judaism?
Israel
100
Which religion believes that there must be harmony with the universe through the law of nature (Yin & Yang)?
Daoism/Taoism
100
What religion believes that Jesus is the son of God and is based on the forgiveness of sins?
Christianity
200
Name the regions where the Roman Catholic Church is most notably followed.
Italy, Latin America, Poland
200
Founder and prophet of Islam
Muhammad
200
What is the main religion practiced throughout the Middle East?
Islam
200
In this religion, the goal is to reach Nirvana through meditation. Followers also reject material possessions.
Buddhism
200
What religion has unified its "Chosen People" and created a nation of its own?
Judaism
300
Which Christian religion is practiced in Russia and formerly in the Byzantine Empire?
Russian Eastern Orthodox Church
300
Known as the "Enlightened One" in Buddhism
Buddha
300
Name the 2 religions practiced in India.
Hinduism and Sikhism
300
What religion is based on spirits found in nature and the worship of ancestors?
Animism
300
The beliefs of this religion are of peace and harmony and the power of nature. It is practiced in Japan.
Shintoism
400
What locations are associated with following Protestantism?
Western Europe, England, Germany
400
Who is the founder of Confucianism?
Confucius
400
Animism is associated with what region?
Sub-Sahara Africa
400
What are the 5 relationships of Confucianism?
Ruler/Ruled, Husband/Wife, Older Brother/Younger Brother, Friend = Friend
400
Religion that rejects the caste system in India and is monotheistic
Sikhism
500
Who started Protestantism and what was the major written work that is associated with the start of Protestantism?
Martin Luther and his 95 Thesis
500
Who founded Daoism?
Lao-Tze
500
China contains what 3 religions?
Daoism, Confucianism, and Buddhism (also practiced in SE Asia)
500
What are the 5 Pillars of Islam?
1.) Allah is God, Muhammad is prophet 2.) Fast during Ramadan 3.) Alms to the poor 4.) Pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in life 5.) Pray to Mecca 5 times a day
500
Describe the Caste System of Hinduism.
Priests> Warriors/Rulers> Skilled Traders/ Merchants> Unskilled workers> Untouchables/Outcasts