5 DIFFERENT RELIGIONS

5 DIFFERENT RELIGIONS.

What is Hinduism?. HINDUISM.

Culture and Beliefs. Truth is eternal.. Hindus pursue knowledge and understanding of the Truth: the very essence of the universe and the only Reality. According to the Vedas, Truth is One, but the wise express it in a variety of ways..

Hinduism embraces many religious ideas. For this reason, it’s sometimes referred to as a “way of life” or a “family of religions,” as opposed to a single, organized religion..

CHRISTIANITY. What is Christianity?.

Culture and Beliefs. Christians are monotheistic, i.e., they believe there’s only one God, and he created the heavens and the earth. This divine Godhead consists of three parts: the father (God himself), the son (Jesus Christ) and the Holy Spirit..

Christians contend that Jesus will return to earth again in what’s known as the Second Coming..

What is Judaism?. JUDAISM.

Culture and Beliefs. 1. The differences in religious commitment among subgroups of Israeli Jews are reflected in their religious beliefs and practices, including observance of the Sabbath. For example, virtually all Haredim surveyed say they avoid handling money or riding in a car, train or bus on the Sabbath. Hilonim are much less likely to observe these customs..

Islam. What is Islam?. submission to the will of God.

Culture and Beliefs. 1.Belief in Allah as the one and only God.

Shintoism. What is Shintoism?.

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Culture and Beliefs. 1. The main beliefs of Shinto are the importance of purity, harmony, respect for nature, family respect, and subordination of the individual before the group. There are many Shinto gods or spirits and these have shrines dedicated to them where people offer food, money and prayers.