Introduction to World Religions

 

One of the primary purposes of a religion is to provide answers to life’s deeper or sacred questions.  Each one of the great world religions provides different answers to these questions.

 

Before we learn about the various religious traditions around the world, it is important to reflect on your own responses to your own religions traditions. 

 

My Personal Credo

Creed- system of beliefs         Code- morals and lifestyles          Cult- rituals and worship

 

 

 

  1. What is religion?

 

  1. Why is religion practiced around the world?

 

  1. Are you religious?  Explain.

 

  1. Do you believe in one God or many gods?  Why?

 

  1. Do you feel you have a soul?  Explain.

 

  1. How do you think the universe was created?

 

  1. Is there a reality beyond that of the material world?  Explain.

 

  1. Is death the end or a new beginning?  Explain.

 

  1. Is there a purpose to life or is it just a series of random events?  Explain.

 

  1. Is there really such a thing as right or wrong?  Explain.

 

  1. Why is there suffering in the world?

 

  1. Is the world fundamentally good or evil?

 

  1. Why are we here?