3. At the end of the module, you should
be able to:
1.1. Give an example of a belief system
or a worldview
1.2. Differentiate religion from: a.
Spirituality b. Theology c. Philosophy of
Religion
4. OUR JOURNEY
Understanding beliefs and worldviews
Kinds of belief system
Definition of Religion
Nature of Religion
Common Characteristics of Religions
Elements of Religion
Exploring Spirituality
Elements of Spirituality
Their Differences
Reflections
Activity
6. Word
Definition
Religion
- is a set of beliefs and practices that is often focused on
one or more deities or gods
Spirituality
- involves the recognition of a feeling or sense or belief
that there is something greater than myself, something
more to being human than sensory experience, and
that the greater whole of which we are part is cosmic or
divine in nature. (Dr Maya Spencer)
Worldview
- is a collection of beliefs about life and the universe
being held by people.
Theology
- is the study of religious faith, practice, and experience
especially the study of God and of God's relation to the
world.
Eastern Belief
- this includes the East Asian religions (Shintoism, Sindoism, Taoism and Confucianism), Indian religions
(Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism and Jainism)
(Wikipedia)
Western Belief
- religions that originated within western culture. The
term Abrahamic religions (Islam, Christianity, and
Judaism) is often used to refer to this. (Wikipedia)
7. Activity: MY HAPPY PILL
Instructions: Looking at the pictures below which are related to faith,
answer the
question “What are you happy about your faith?” Write your answer in your
journal.
Afterwards, answer the processing questions found at the bottom of the
illustrations.
Write your answer in your journal.
Processing questions.
1. What are the things in my faith that make me happy?
2. How does this happiness affect my relationship with others?
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16. Defining Religion
Religion commonly refers to an institution that
has a set of organized practices and a
structured belief system shared by and among
those who are members of the institution. Their
beliefs, which are often transcendental, are
passed on from members to converts, and are
based on either a formally documented creed
or established cultural practices.
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30. Defining Spirituality
Spirituality is about one's soul and inner self. Being
spiritual involves holding one's personal set of beliefs
and practices and searching for the purpose of life.
Each person's own definition of spirituality can vary
throughout their lifetime, adapting to individual
experiences through personal study and self-reflection.
The goal of spirituality is to realize one's inherent power
to combat all of life's challenges, and connect with
something greater than oneself.
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33. A major difference between religion and
spirituality is believing versus being.
Religion emphasizes the content of
followers' beliefs and how those beliefs play
out in their everyday lives. On the other
hand, the focus of spirituality is on the
process of becoming attuned to one's inner
self.
34. Where the two overlap is each person's
individual experiences that impact how they
think, feel, and act.
Are you more spiritual or religious? We’d
love to hear your answers, so feel free to
share your thoughts in the comment section
below.
35. CONCLUSION
In seeking the divine—whether from a church pew on a
Sunday or on top of a ridge looking at a glorious sunrise—
we increase our feelings of happiness, peace, and
appreciation for the life that we have. Religion and
spirituality are neither the same thing nor completely
separate from one another. In spirituality, one may ponder,
“Where do I find meaning in life, and what are my true
values?” Meanwhile, in religion, common questions might
be “What is the truth?” and “What is right and wrong?”
36. Thank you so much
Sources:
Powerpoint Presentations: Ms. Jo Marie Nel C. Garcia
Youtube: youtube.com/watch?v=30-xQXimYMk
