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Role of Religion on Western Society

Role of Religion on Western Society. By: Murray Seabrook. American Society. Founding Americans shared belief systems of European ancestors Europeans influenced by Christian Church Early Christian Church was influenced by the Ancient Romans

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Role of Religion on Western Society

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  1. Role of Religion on Western Society By: Murray Seabrook

  2. American Society • Founding Americans shared belief systems of European ancestors • Europeans influenced by Christian Church • Early Christian Church was influenced by the Ancient Romans • As a result of this, Western Society is heavily influenced by the church

  3. Basic American Values • We are taught to be polite to superiors • Don’t harm others • Don’t take what isn’t yours • Be faithful to your spouse • Treat everyone equally • Value of hard work • Acceptance of Others

  4. Biblical Foundations • Ten commandmentsHonor thy father and mother (Superiors)Do not Murder (Harm)Do not StealDo not commit adultery • Teachings of Jesus“Golden Rule” (Equality)

  5. Comparison • Our nation was founded by Christians and/or at least those in contact with the Christian faith • As a result of this the Christian faith had a huge impact on the values in America • And whether one believes in the Bible or not, it cannot be denied that nothing has been more influential to the Western world

  6. Foreign Religions • Religions are part of our everyday life • Radical Muslims are the reason we have soldiers in the Middle East • Northern Ireland & Ireland have been at conflict because the differences between Protestants and Catholics. • Jews and Muslims have been fighting over Jerusalem for over 2000 years

  7. Worldwide Societies

  8. Analysis • It is impossible to prove one way or the other if our beliefs are a result nurture or nature. If we know what is right and wrong regardless, or if it is a result of the society around us. • All religions play a profound role world wide

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