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Religions
Religion is a social-cultural system of designated behaviors and practices, morals, worldviews, texts, sanctified places, prophecies, ethics, or organizations, that relates humanity to supernatural, transcendental, and spiritual elements. However, there is no scholarly consensus over what precisely constitutes a religion. Different religions may or may not contain various elements ranging from the divine, sacred things, faith.
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RELIGIONS
Gods
monotheistic
Christianity: believes in one God, who is the creator of the universe and is represented in the Holy Trinity as God the Father, God the Son (Jesus Christ), and God the Holy Spirit.
Islam:adhering to strict monotheism known as "Tawhid." Muslims believe in one God, Allah, who is the sole creator and sustainer of the universe.
The Baha'i Faith: believes in one God who is the source of all creation. Baha'is refer to God as "Baha'u'llah," which means the "Glory of God." They believe that all major world religions are a manifestation of this one God.
none
Buddhism: It does not emphasize belief in gods or a creator deity. However, some Buddhist traditions and cultures incorporate local deities and spirits into their practices. Buddhism's focus is on the individual's path to enlightenment rather than worshiping gods.
monotheistic and polytheistic
Hinduism: Hinduism is a complex and diverse religion with various beliefs, and it can be both monotheistic and polytheistic. Many Hindus believe in one ultimate, formless reality or God called Brahman, which is the source of everything. However, Hinduism also features a vast pantheon of gods and goddesses
Symbols
Christianity: The most recognized symbol of Christianity is the cross, which represents the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Islam: the crescent moon and star have become widely associated with Islam, although they are not religious symbols mentioned in Islamic scriptures.
Buddhism: The most well-known symbol of Buddhism is the Dharma Wheel. It represents the Eightfold Path, which is the path to enlightenment, and the cyclical nature of existence.
Hinduism: Hinduism does not have a single universal symbol, but one of the widely recognized symbols is "Om" representing the sound of the universe and the essence of ultimate reality.
The Baha'i Faith: The primary symbol of the Baha'i Faith is the "Nine-Pointed Star," which represents the unity of the world's major religions and the nine spiritual qualities or attributes: love, faith, knowledge, justice, generosity, humility, patience, purity, and virtue.
Holy Writings
singular
THE BAHA'I FAITH: The Baha'i Faith has a central holy text, that have many writings within them.
Baha'i Writings: includes the writings of its founder, Baha'u'llah. The most important texts include the Kitab-i-Aqdas (Most Holy Book) and the Kitab-i-Iqan (Book of Certitude)
several
CHRISTIANITY:The primary holy writings of Christianity are the Bible, which is divided into two main sections: the Old Testament and the New Testament.
Old Testament: The Old Testament contains texts shared with Judaism.
New Testament: the New Testament contains writings specific to Christianity, including the Gospels, epistles, and the Book of Revelation.
ISLAM:
Quran:The primary holy book of Islam is the Quran, which Muslims believe to be the literal word of God as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad over a period of 23 years.
Hadith: a collection of sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad, serves as a secondary source of guidance for Muslims.
BUDDHISM: Buddhism has a vast collection of sacred texts, with the most important ones varying among Buddhist traditions.
Tripitaka: The foundational scriptures are the Tripitaka (also known as the Pali Canon), which contains the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, the historical Buddha.
Other scriptures: Other important texts include the Mahayana Sutras (for Mahayana Buddhism) and Tibetan Buddhist texts.
HINDUISM: Hinduism has a vast and diverse body of sacred texts
Vedas: The oldest and most authoritative scriptures, which include the Rigveda, Samaveda, Yajurveda, and Atharvaveda.
Upanishads: Philosophical texts that explore the nature of reality, the self (Atman), and Brahman.
Bhagavad Gita: A 700-verse dialogue within the Indian epic Mahabharata, which explores duty, righteousness, and the paths to spiritual realization.
Ramayana and Mahabharata: Epic narratives that provide moral and ethical teachings.
Puranas: A vast genre of texts that include stories of gods, goddesses, and ancient history
Holy Places
CHRISTIANITY: Holy places include Israel, as it is the birthplace of Jesus. The Vatican City is included, as that is where the Pope sits.
ISLAM: The Kaaba in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, which is the most sacred mosque and the center of the Hajj pilgrimage.The Prophet's Mosque in Medina, Saudi Arabia, where the Prophet Muhammad is buried.
BUDDHISM: Buddhism has several important pilgrimage sites, including: Bodh Gaya in India, where it is believed Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree. Lumbini in Nepal, the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama. Sarnath, where the Buddha delivered his first sermon.
HINDUISM: Hinduism has many holy places, some of the most prominent include: Varanasi (Kashi): A city on the banks of the Ganges River, considered one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and a major pilgrimage site. Ayodhya: Believed to be the birthplace of Lord Rama. Mathura and Vrindavan: Associated with Lord Krishna. Kailash Mansarovar: A sacred mountain in Tibet associated with Lord Shiva.
THE BAHA'I FAITH: The Baha'i Faith has several significant holy places, with the most prominent being the Baha'i World Center in Haifa, Israel. Within the World Center, the Baha'i Shrine of the Bab, the resting place of Baha'u'llah's forerunner, is a significant pilgrimage site. The Lotus Temple in Delhi, India, is also an iconic Baha'i House of Worship and a place of worship and meditation for people of all religions.