“It is the duty of every cultured man or woman to read sympathetically the scriptures of the
world. If we are to respect others religions as we would have respect our own. A friendly study
of the world’s religions is a sacred duty.”
Mohandas K. Gandhi
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RationaleIn modern world history, we strive to understand why events have happened so that we can better understand our present and the future. Throughout history, belief in a certain religion has affected the political, social, economic, and intellectual life of the believers.
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Belief Systems Buddhism
Hinduism Judaism Christianity Islam Confucianism Daoism (Taoism) Shintoism/Animism |
ObjectivesIn order to make a better world for all of us to live in we need to:
· Appreciate the diversity that other religious groups contribute to society. · Understand the similarities and differences between other religions and our own. · Learn about the religious beliefs and practices of others. · Recognize the various contributions made to society by different religious groups. · Recognize each religion’s existence as part of the religious mosaic of the world. · Allow people of all religions equal rights. |