World Religions Vocabulary

What is monotheism?

• The belief in the existence of only one god.
• The belief in the existence of many gods.
• The belief in the existence of no gods.
• The belief in the existence of multiple gods.

What is polytheism?

• The belief in or worship of multiple gods or deities.
• The belief in or worship of no gods or deities.
• The belief in or worship of a single god or deity.
• The belief in or worship of animals or nature.

a person regarded as an inspired teacher or proclaimer of the will of a god or gods.​ (a)  

• Prophet
• Philospher
• Pastor
• Philanthropist

 learned ideas of what is considered good or bad, acceptable or unacceptable

belief that there are no god or gods

things that are set apart from society as extraordinary, inspiring, awe & deserving of reverance

What is religion?

• a way to control people's thoughts and actions.

• a form of entertainment.

• a social institution that involves a unified system of beliefs and practices that recognizes the sacred

• a set of rules that are created by a government

Connect the correct place of worship with the correct religion it is used for:

• Islam

• Mosque

• Buddhism

• Temple

• Judaism

• Mandir

• Christianity

• Synagogue

• Hinduism

• Church

What is a private or community-based holy place dedicated to the worship of a god?  Community-based ones may include a sacred relic or tomb.

• temple
• shrine
• mosque
• church

What is a pilgrim?

• A pilgrim is a person who travels for leisure and sightseeing.
• A pilgrim is a type of bird found in the mountains.
• A pilgrim is a term used to describe someone who is lost or confused.
• A pilgrim is a person who travels to a sacred place for religious or spiritual reasons.