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World Religions

Published on Nov 28, 2015

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World Religions

Sarah Landry

Buddhism
A religion founded by Siddhartha Gautama. Believe that you need to meditate and find happiness.

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Christianity
The largest religion in the world. It was founded by Jesus Christ. Christians believe Jesus's crucifixion was a way of showing his love for humanity by dying for their sins.

Hinduism
A religion that stresses that a person only can find true happiness and enlightenment by freeing themselves from their earthly desires.

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Islam
Religion that is centered in central Asia and parts of Africa. Founded by Muhammad. Follow the Five Pillars of Islam.

Judaism
There are 12 million Jews in the world and their homeland is Israel. The founder is Abraham. They follow the 10 Commandments.

Confucianism
This religion had a huge impact in China. The founder in Confucius. Believe older people are superior to younger people.

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Torah



The Jewish people's sacred text.

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Monotheism



The belief in only one god.

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Qu'ran



Islam's sacred text.

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Bible



Christian's sacred text.