Ch 1 Flashcards
(20 cards)
Major reason why World Religions classes are different from other Religions classes
Explores many different religions not just one
The reason for expansion in religious diversity in America is
Increased immigration from Asia and Latin America
It is difficult to define religion because
Scholars can’t decide on a definition
(T/F) We live in a Global village now, more than any time in history
True
(T/F) We are asked to study World Religions with an attitude of empathy
True
The movement that seeks union of all religions is called
Ecumenism
Religion means
“To bind” together
Of the reasons to study World Religions, this is not one of them
Realize any religion is just as good as the next
Dialogue=Unity, but Judgement=
Separation
The document that addressed the need for religious freedom
Dignitatis Humane
The document that addressed the Church’s relationship with other Christian faiths
Decree on Ecumenism
To evangelize means
To share the good news
Most world religions stories have a few things in common. This is not one of them
How God sent His Son
(T/F) In other faiths, observing someone’s behavior is a good way of detecting their beliefs
True
A myth
Points to a spiritual truth
The church teaches that those who believe in one god are called
Monotheistic
The term religion traditionally means
To bind ones self to God
When the church talks about evangelization it means
Witnessing to your faith without forcing conversion
Two of the most common elements seen in every religion are
Beliefs and practices
The only reason that is not a good reason for studying world religion is
To discover some universal truths among all cultures
