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Legacy of Monotheism

Legacy of Monotheism. Much of Western culture has also been shaped by the values of three monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Judaism. Judaism. 2000 BC Hebrews reach Cannan Abraham-” father “ of the Hebrews Torah- first 5 books of Hebrew Bible Covenant.

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Legacy of Monotheism

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  1. Legacy of Monotheism

  2. Much of Western culture has also been shaped by the values of three monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam

  3. Judaism

  4. Judaism • 2000 BC Hebrews reach Cannan • Abraham-” father “ of the Hebrews • Torah- first 5 books of Hebrew Bible • Covenant

  5. Man in God’s Image • Human Dignity • Moral Freedom • Individual Responsibility • Worth of Individual

  6. Moses • Traditionally led Israelites out of Egypt • Exodus

  7. Law based on Morality • The Ten Commandments • Ethics • Rulers Subservient to Moral Law

  8. The Kingdom of Israel • 1000 BC • King David • United the Israelite tribes into a single nation.

  9. Solomon • Turned Jerusalem into an impressive capital • Temple dedicated to God • Fame for his wisdom and understanding

  10. Prophets • Social Conscience • Oppose injustice and oppression • Bring reform

  11. Diaspora - scattering of the Jews. • 586 B.C Babylonian Captivity • Jews migrate throughout Middle East and Mediterranean regions. • 70 AD Romans destroy Jewish temple in Jerusalem

  12. Depth of Knowledge “DOK” Table

  13. V

  14. Christianity

  15. Beginnings of Christianity • Jesus Christ-”Messiah” • Interpreted Jewish beliefs in new ways • The Golden Rule • Belief in Afterlife and Redemption

  16. Spread of Christianity • Despite legacy of tolerance, Roman Persecutions • The Diaspora 70 AD

  17. Paul the apostle of Jesus • Spreads message to Gentiles • Universal Religion • Essential equality of Mankind

  18. Growth of Christianity • By 380 AD, Christianity is official religion of Rome- • Constantine • Development of a clergy to perform ceremonies

  19. Fall of Western Roman Empire • 476 A.D. • Church becomes unifying force in Europe • Law • Wealth • Politics

  20. Depth of Knowledge “DOK” Table

  21. Islam

  22. The Rise Of Islam • Influenced by Judaism and Christianity • Koran holy text • International faith • Preserves Greek/Roman learning

  23. Islam-early 600s • Muhammad • Dignity of Human Beings • Brotherhood of all People • Charity and Civic Responsibility • Rulers Live Under Same Code as Ruled

  24. Five pillars of faith • Shahadah: Muslim Profession Of Faith. • Salat: Prayers Five Times A Day • Zakat: Alms • Sawm: Fasting during Ramadan • Hajj: Pilgrimage To Mecca

  25. Depth of Knowledge “DOK” Table

  26. Renaissance and Reformation

  27. The Medieval Church • 1054, The Christian Church Split • The Eastern Church Came To Be Called The Orthodox Church • The Western Church, Headed By The Pope, Became Known As The Roman Catholic Church

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