Cuture- Week 1 Cultural Elements and Religion

includes facial expression and body language

spoken or written

creative means of expression

shapes your beliefs and behaviors

core of all cultures

how people are organized into smaller groups

makes communication possible

passed down through generations

celebrates your culture

gives a sense of pride and identity

family is your first

behavior expectations- both written and nonwritten

Bible is the holy text

Ramadan is a month of fasting

Reincarnation and karma

Jesus is the Son of God

Holy Trinity: Father, Son, Holy Spirit

Five Pillars of Islam

Synagogue is the place of worship

Church is a place of worship

Torah is the holy text

Prophet Muhammad is the final prophet

Vedas as sacred texts

Allah and Quran

first monotheistic religion

caste system

To feel hungry all day

To show gratitude, patience, and self-contr

To prepare for a big feast at night

To avoid going to school

Decorating a Christmas tree

Eating turkey on Thanksgiving

Breaking the fast with dates and water at sunset

Hiding Easter eggs

To play games with friends

To watch a performance

To pray and feel part of the community

To have another meal after dinner