Lesson 6: Religion and belief systems Flashcards
a social institution in which belief systems and rituals are systematically arranged and formally established
Institutionalized Religion
set of beliefs concerning the cause of nature and purpose of the universe
religion
characterized by an official doctrine, a hierarchal or bureaucratic leadership structure, and a codification of rules and practices
organized religion
enumerate the features of institutionalized religion
- Belief
- Magic and supernatural events
- Symbols
- Propitiation
- Rituals
- Hierarchy
enumerate the world religions
animism
Hinduism
Islam
Christianity
Buddhism
expressed in the form of doctrines and articles of faith
Belief
it is prescribed to believers
Ritual
to emphasize the character and meaning of supernatural forces
Symbols
The behavior deemed pleasing to the deities; can be both positive and negative
propitiation
employment of magic is performed
magic and supernatural events
the act of believing there is one and only God
monotheism
the act of believing there are more than one god, each worthy of devotion and respect
polytheism
belief that all things have spirit or soul
animism
belief that life consists of countless rebirths
Buddhism
belief in Allah as the one and almighty God
Islam
