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Islamic Holiday
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this day marks the end of Ramadan and is sometimes called the Breaking of the Fast. It is celebrated on the 1st day of the month of Shawwal. . ninth month in the Islamic calendar. It is special to Muslims because it is the month when the Quran was revealed to Muhammad. Throughout this month, Muslims fast (don't eat or drink) from sunrise to sunset.. takes place on the first day of the month of Muharram and marks the day when Muhammad and his followers traveled from Mecca to Medina. This holiday is sometimes known as just 'Muharram.' . this day celebrates the birth of Muhammad and takes place on the 12th day of Rabi al-Awwal. This day is often celebrated with parades and songs.. this day is also called the Night of Power. It takes place near the end of Ramadan and commemorates the night the Quran was first given to Muhammad..
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Ancient Israelites
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Fought Goliath and created an empire for the Israelites. Romans renamed this region ________ . Israelites (and other civilizations) borrowed an alphabet from this group. Israelites were descendants of this person. The Babylonian ___________ was a time when Jews were forced to move to Babylon.
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Catholic
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Who Jesus suffered under. The sacrament where anointing of the forehead occurs. The Sacrement where 2 people promise to devote their lives to each other. Who Jesus was conceived of. Often known as 'the final sacrament'.
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The Origins of Islams
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the book of Islam. angel who supposedly spoke to Muhammad. wife of Muhammad. there are 1.8 billion of these in the world. the Muslims have how many pillars they live by.
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Family Worship
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Bible words, names, or meanings
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Change one’s mind regarding the past on account of regret or dissatisfaction . One who pretends to be what they are not. A visible sign of Jehovah’s covenant promise that the destruction of the earth by water would not occur . A view of Christ in glory. Complying with what is required .
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Catholic Prayer and Spirituality
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a way of communicating with God. are sacred or religious songs. external practices of piety that are not part of the official liturgy. a set way of doing things. to give God worship.
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Religion
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a form of communication, a way of talking to God or to the saints. sacred or religious songs. are part of the popular spiritual practices of Catholics. an experience of being especially aware of God. an action or set of actions, purposely repeated using the same words, actions and symbols. .
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All Saint's Day
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Name of our church. A leader of the church all over the world. Virtue that helps a person be brave. the Temple of the Holy Spirit. Name of our priest.
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General Conference
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Current Prophet. Belief in things not seen. Quad book. Men's organization. Second Counselor.
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Religious Changes in the 18th Century
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catholic groups that prayed together and had a strong sense of community. encouraged jewish assimilation into european culture. led a catholic reform movement popular in france. encouraged religious enthusiasm and individual religious study + thought. what religious authorities wanted to get rid of.
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Buddhism
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HOW MANY THINGS ARE BUDDHIST ALLOWED TO OWN. WHAT DOES THE BUDDHA HAVE ON HIS HEAD. WHAT IS THE ROLE OF THE MONK. WHAT DOES DHARMA MEAN. HOW MANY BUDDHIST ARE THERE .
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Feasts
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Commemorates the Israelites' deliverance from slavery in Egypt.. made in a hurry without yeast.. The day of rest and weekly observance of God's completion of creation.. Shavuot. is also known as the Pentecost and commemorates the giving of the law..
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Saints
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A Physician. Irish Apostle. Agreed to fight a dragon resulting in 15,000 people being baptized. Father of Jesus. Stoned to death for blasphemy.
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Arguments for the Existence 0f God
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While beings within time and space are contingent, the Cosmological Argument posits God alone as having this quality. [9,5]. Who is the philosopher associated with advocating the Cosmological Argument? [6,7]. A written source of authority according to the BRIE diagram. [5]. The French mathematician's 'Wager' is considered to be a _______ approach to God's existence. [9]. 'Without God all is permitted', because rather than being subjective opinion, God's existence gives morality this quality. [9].
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Major Religions and Judaism
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A religion not open for others to join / not actively recruiting.. Major religion in China. The foundational text of Judaism. Major branch of Islam (not Shiite). Major religion in India.
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Religon
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a religious ceremony or ritual regarded as imparting divine grace, such as baptism, the Eucharist and penance and the anointing of the sick. the action of reappearing or starting to flourish or increase after a decline; revival. The sin born with everyone. deliverance from sin and its consequences, believed by Christians to be brought about by faith in Christ. _______ frees us from original sin and forgives all our personal sins.
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Religion Definitions
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the Word of God written down for us in the Bible. the writers of the Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John). a collection of many books containing Sacred Scripture revealed to different writers by God. the last 27 books of the Bible; tells the story of Jesus’ life and the early Church. specific place set aside for prayer and worship.
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World Religions
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Charles Wesley was a leader of this religion. These are sang in praise of God. A person who believes that nothing is known, or can be known, of the existence or nature of God. People who follow this religion believe in a state of Nirvana. Central religious text of Islam.
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Prayer
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Name a book that contains the Lord's prayer. The Pharisees stand on street corners and pray for ________. How many books in the Bible?. James says prayer of the righteous is _______ and effective. Where is the Father?.
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Baptism
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Parents who are not your parents but it is close enough . Uhhh.. O**s fill in missing letters . The process of being welcomed into the Catholic community . Masses are held here . Some one who can baptise someone.
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Greek Orthodox Church
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The Father Son and Holy Spirit as one. The Bishop’s Throne. The Book of the Lord. Part of Church the Bishop Throne is located. Cup containing the Holy Eucharist.
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Older Children
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What's Inside a Catholic Church?
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those who sit in a pew. a seat for worshippers in a church. a likeness of Jesus, a member of the Holy Family, a saint or an angel. a cross with the figure of the crucified Christ on it. ambo takes its name from a word that means this.
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The Protestant Reformation
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Acceptance into heaven. An opinion that goes against the teachings of the church.. English King who changed the religion of the country from catholicism to anglican so he could annul his marriage.. To declare a marriage invalid based on the laws of the church. . The protestant branch of christianity breaks off from catholicism due to issues over church practices. Many new branches of christianity form. .
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Fundamentals of Islam
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The second pillar (major belief) of Islam. Prayer five times a day facing towards Mecca (east).. The fourth pillar (major belief) of Islam. Muslims are required to fast (not eat or drink during daylight hours) during the holy month of Ramadan.. The fifth pillar (major belief) of Islam. Every Muslim who is able to must make a pilgrimage (trip) to Mecca at least once in their life. The word for someone who practices Islam.. God.
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God as Savior
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Settles disputes. God's chosen people. City of David. A public official who decides on cases.. Minor prophet of God.
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Does God Exist
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These are people who are unsure what to believe. They think there is something out there but they don’t know what.. Something or someone that is all powerful.. A person who worships a supernatural being.. Someone who makes or creates something.. A person who believes that God exists..
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Baptist Grove Church
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How well do you know your church?
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8, 10, 1215. Pastor Akinbinu has been at BGC . Our Congregation. White Gloves. Baptist Grove Church is to reach, grow and empower committed followers of Jesus Christ, who live life to the fullest through growing in relationship with God, strengthening relationships with others, and bringing life to our world through service..
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Who is St. Thomas Aquinas?
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What is Thomas Aquinas's mum's name?. How many siblings does Thomas Aquinas has?. How old was thomas aquinas when he died?. What is Thomas Aquinas's nickname?. Where Thomas died?.
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World Religions Intro
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Moral code and laws for Muslims to follow. Includes statement of faith, giving to the poor, trip to Mecca, daily prayer, and fasting during Ramadan. holy book for muslims (follower of Islam). In terms of followers, Hinduism is the _______ largest religion in the world. Given to Moses. Set of Moral Codes and laws for Jews and Christians (thou shall not kill, steal, curse God etc.). Former Hindu prince, founder of Buddhism.
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St Thomas Aquinas
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What year was he born?. What did his parents place him as when he was five?. How old was he when he died?. What year did he die?. Where did he go to university?.
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Primary Song
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Jesus Wants Me for a _____. A Child's _____. I Love to See the _____. Love is _____ Here. We'll Bring the World His _____.
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The History of the Creeds
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What is a creed?. the type of the summary of the principal creeds. who make a profession of faith at Sunday Mass . condemned many heresies . The Latin word for believe.
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Signs and Symbols In The Holy Qurbana
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representative of Christ. assist celebrant in ministry. the word cross in syriac. centre of sanctuary. symbol of church participating mass.
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Pentecost
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You find it in your mouth. In the bible, represented by a dove. The capital of Israel. It blows the leaves from the trees. Day Jesus rose from the dead.
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The Festival of Diwali
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Oil lamps.. They eat ______ to celebrate the occasion.. Hindus will say _______ to the goddess for a successful year.. Diwali lasts for ____ days.. ______ celebrate this festival..
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Place of Worship (Churches)
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An _____ is used to keep offerings or sacrifices for a deity. body of churches that are in full communion with the Bishop of Rome. A representation of the crucifixion of Jesus. the third largest Christian denomination. a wall of icons and religious paintings.
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Rise of lslam
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a mathematician that developed algebra. a book that was the standard for all Arabic poetry and literature . a small area in a desert where water and vegetation are found. Holy City of Islam. The Sufis.
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Theology
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A waiting place nor heaven or hell. The legal union of 2 people . All powerful. First book of the bible . Being risen to life after death.
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Features of a Chapel
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a cross with Jesus on. a table where the bread and wine are blessed during the Eucharist. an........ to be played during hymn singing. usually a small basin containing holy water, which Catholics dip their hand in to make the sign of the cross . Around the church there are 14 framed pictures, known as the ..........
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Lent
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The Bible tells us that __________ is the best way to talk to God.. _________ are the 'official' snack food of Lent.. We are currently in the _________ Season of the liturgical calendar.. Lent is a _____________ that Christians take each year to get closer to God.. Minus the Sundays, Lent lasts for ________ days..
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The Development of Judaism & Jews in the Mediterranean
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Long rolled sheets of paper or parchment for writing.. Group of commoners who focused on oral interpretation of God's law.. Families or communities run by men and fathers.. It is important that Jewish children receive an _____.. Group that focused on applying Jewish law to temple ceremonies..
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Religious Terms
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This word refers to the all-powerful creator of the universe. Another word used to describe this great being is Yahweh, his name is too sacred to be spoken therefore in scripture he is described as Yahweh. It is different to Christianity and Islam b. This is the Jewish place of worship and it is also referred in their native language as shul. This building can sometimes be used as a quiet place to study and sometimes even as a community centre. This place of worship is very similar to a Church or. The wisdom contained in the Jewish scriptures and other sacred scripture is sometimes referred as this word. It is hard to translate this word from Yiddish to English because this meaning is very broad. . The belief in only one great Deity or God which is shared in the religions of Islam, Christianity and Judaism. It is stated in the Qur’an “There is no god save Allah” (47.19).. A collection of sayings from the profit Mahammad which provides guidance to Muslims spiritually and physically. It also contains information on how to live life and stories of the life of the great profit Mahammad..
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Religions Around The World
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is an ancient monotheistic religion, with the Torah as their foundation. Supplemental oral tradition represented by later texts such as the Midrash and the Talmud. It is the first and oldest monotheistic religion.. is the Judaism day of rest and the seventh day of the week. On which religious Jews and certain Christians remember the biblical creation of the heaven and earth in six days.. also known as Jedidiah, was according to the bible was a wealthy and wise king of Israel with his son David, the previous king of Israel. He is well known to many people.. is the central reference of the religious Judaic tradition. It has a range of meanings. It mostly specifies the; first 5 books out of 24 of the tanakh. It usually includes the rabbinic commentaries. . The …. Is all the bible from the different religions like the Hebrew Bible, the Christian bible and the Jewish Law? The ten commandment is a great example of the Jewish Law. These ….. also have the Torah, the Prophets and the writings..
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I Believe
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This month of prayer is seen as a link to one of the 5 pillars. This happens during the ninth month of the Muslim calendar. During this time Muslims pray, fast and practice self-denial, all of which is very similar to how Christians celebrate Lent.. A Religion whose followers believe that their saviour has not yet risen. The main difference between this religion and Christianity is that its’ followers believe that Jesus was not God but merely human, a teacher or a prophet.. During the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, Muslimas have to restrain from eating and drinking during daylight hours but have a small meal and sips of water at night time. . The Hindu, Buddhist and Shinto religions are examples of this type of religion. They differ from Monotheistic religions like Christianity and Islam, in that they believe in the worship of multiple gods.. The belief that there in only one existing God? The word comes from the word “monos” in the Greek language, meaning one. Judaism, Christianity and Islam are all religions that hold these beliefs..
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Dalai Lama
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He was banned from this country . When he started his monastic education. The thing used to shave his hair off. Where he lives. A way of keeping calm.
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Buddhist Concepts
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Term denoting ordinary, non-ordained Buddhists. Monastic college. Country with Therevada Buddhist tradition . Precepts. The Noble Eightfold Path.
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The Five Pillars Of Islam
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when a muslim fasts for a month (7 letters). fasting through the month of ramadan (4 letters). paying a charity to help the poor (5 letters). a place considered to muslims to be the holliest city of Islam (5 letters). the muslim profession of faith (8 letters).
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The Life of St Dominic de Guzman 8 August 1170 - 6 August 1221
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Where St Dominic debated all night with an innkeeper and converted hi,; also where St Dominic founded an early community of friars in a building that still stands today.. Country in which St Dominic was born.. Century in which St Dominic was born.. name of Pope who approved the Order.. Name of Bishop St Dominic accompanied on diplomatic missions..
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World of Islam
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PLACE OF WORSHIP FOR MUSLIMS. MUST BE DONE FIVE TIMES IN THE DAY. STRIVE OR STRUGGLE. PLACE OF WORSHIP. CENTER OF MECCA.
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Translating the Golden Plates
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Who did Oliver travel with to see Joseph?. Who became the new scribe?. What did Joseph Smith need help with?. Who else wanted to translate?. He was no longer Joseph's scribe..
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