Which of the following reasons did the professor believe to be the most important reason for studying world religions today?
Politics
During the lecture we were able to define the whole concept of religion in a way that fits all religions.
False
Which of the following forms of religious expression is defined by, "what is said?"
Theoretical
Which of the following forms of religious expression is defined by, "what is done?
Practical
Which of the following theories of the origins of religion says, "humans invented religion?"
Materialistic Perspective
Which of the following is the most common "practice" in all the religions of the world?
Sacrifice
Which of the following is the most common "characteristic" of all religions?
Myth or Mythology
Every religion has its _______________ .
Rituals
Holy persons, places, or objects due to their perceived dangerous nature must be avoided
Taboo
Religious rituals, usually sympathetic or imitative, that attemtp to coerce nature
Magic
Future predictions
Divination
A way of thinking in pictures rather than the abstract to convey their religious truths
Myth
The belief that humans are not the only things that have a spirit or soul
Animism
he strongest source of knowledge concerning any religion is obtained by __________________ .
written records
Which of the following best describes Native American religions?
Polytheistic: they believe in a High God, gods, spirits and other deities
Generally speaking, most Native Americans believe in the immortality of the human soul and an afterlife.
True
The most common element in Native American religion used as a means of contacting the spirit world in preparation for a "special event" in life is the use of tobacco and sacred pipe.
False
Most Native Americans today consider themselves to be Christians.
True
which of the following best describes the most "common" beleif among African religions?
A supreme high god created the world and then withdrew from participation.
_____________ are the most commonly recognized spiritual forces in African religions.
Ancestors
___________________ are the most common form of "worship" in African religions.
drink or food offerings
Most African religions require religious functionaries.
False
Which of the following is the most enduring religious figures in African religions?
Chief King