British Culture
Review: Western Religion
Review by Ruth Anderson
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1) What has been a major element in Christianity all through its history?
– missionaries
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2) Which religion has had the biggest influence on Western Culture?
– The Roman Catholic church
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3) In Catholic belief, what does Salvation come from?
– Salvation comes from following the laws and dogma (beliefs) of the Catholic Church.
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4) In Catholic belief, who, or what, is the ultimate authority?
– The Pope
5) What led to the growth of numerous Protestant religious groups?
– The Protestant Reformation
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6) Who focuses on reading the word of God in the bible?
– Protestant religions
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7) What did the Reformation lead to?
– Emphasis on personal responsibility and individual freedom
– Not taking authority for granted– A secularization of life and attitudes.
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8) According to Christian teaching what will happen after you die if you are bad?
– You go to hell
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9) According to Christian teaching what will happen after you die if you are good?
– You go to heaven
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10) What do many Christians, Jews and Muslims believe?
– Many believe that theirs is the only (or at least the best) way to God.
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11) How does Christianity compare in size to other world religions?
– It is the largest.
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