A Look At Christianity and Judaism Christianity is a religion founded on the teachings and life of Jesus of Nazareth, also known as God or Jesus Christ. It is estimated to have over 2.4 Billion followers worldwide. Although most Christians are converts to this religion, there are still a great many who do not fully …
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A Historical Overview of Christianity
Christianity is an Abrahamic, non-theistic religion following the teachings and life of Jesus of Nazareth, also known as Christ. It is the oldest Christian religion, having more than two billion followers worldwide. The religion believes in the return of Jesus to earth following his resurrection from the dead. It also has a strong emphasis on …
Buddhism – A Religion of Great Importance
Buddhism is an Indian religious tradition based on a collection of original writings attributed to Gautama Buddha. It originally originated in India as a Sramana religion sometime between the 5th and 4th century BCE, spreading to most of Asia. Some historians believe that Buddhism went into a decline around the fifth century CE when the …
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Ancient Jewish Religions
Judaism is a religion which consists of a vast body of beliefs regarding the relations between the creator and the world. It is a belief in strict code, and universal moral code. The core texts of Judaic faith are the Bible, the Talmud, and the works of Jewish prophets. Many of its fundamental beliefs are …
The Basics of Hinduism Beliefs
Hinduism is a religion originating in India, consisting of a set of ethical codes that are practiced by followers of the Hindu tradition. The term “Hindu” can mean “to belong to the Hindu,” “to worship a Hindu,” or “to be devoted to the Hindu,” while the term “Dharmism” describes any philosophy or religious practice that …
Judaic Christianity
Judaic Christianity Judaism is an Abrahamic, polytheistic, and historically-religious faith consisting of the broad communal, cultural, legal, and religious tradition and culture of the Jewish community. The term “jewish” in Judaic is derived from a combination of two words: “kaddish” meaning “judgment” and “nu-zadda,” meaning “attendance.” Judaism is regarded by many religious Jews as the …
Christianity – Its Effect On Modern Society
Christianity – Its Effect On Modern Society Christianity is one of the oldest Christian religions and has had many writings written that date back to the second century. Christianity is a monotheistic Abrahamic faith based upon the teachings and life of Jesus of Nazareth, though other Messiahs have also been claimed as a god. Christianity …
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Buddhist Meditation – How To Begin
In recent years, interest in Buddhism has grown in Western countries, as people become more aware of the spiritual benefits associated with a life of renunciation and simplicity. Buddhism has been a popular spiritual practice in India for several thousands of years and is currently enjoying a revival in popularity in many places worldwide. This …
Hinduism
Hinduism is the most commonly practiced religion in the world, and its number of followers is not only significant but also rapidly increasing. The word Hindu comes from the two Sanskrit words Hruta and Jiva, which literally mean “to exist” and “to rule.” Hindus are believed to be a monotheistic group that believe in a …
How Religion Has Matured Throughout Time
Religion is more than just something you go to church once in awhile for Sunday services. Religion is much more complex and intertwined than that, especially when you look at how theologies have developed throughout time. From early days of mankind up to the present day, religion has been a major force shaping our world. …