Joseph, Shairhyne K.

12-General Academic Strand

ITWR Module 3
Activity #1: Mind Map

Activity #2: Symbolify

1. Hijab- In its traditional form, it is worn by women to maintain modesty and privacy from
unrelated males.
2. Christianity Shield- This includes a shield of faith — “thureos” in Greek —
a shield large enough to provide full protection from attack, covering the believer from
head-to-toe during hand-to-hand spiritual warfare. Ultimately, the Lord is described as
our Shield (as aforementioned). No matter who rises up against us, He covers us.
3. Atheism- the critique and denial of metaphysical beliefs in God or spiritual beings. As
such, it is usually distinguished from theism, which affirms the reality of the divine and
often seeks to demonstrate its existence.
Activity #3: Wait! There’s more!

POSITIVE EFFECTS OF RELIGION NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF RELIGION

1. Promotes social Harmony.
2. Provides social change.
3. Gives positive goal in life.
4. Sense of belongingness.
5. Explains the unknown.
6. Provides moral values.
1. Triggers conflicts and fights.
2. Causes discrimination.
3. Affirms social hierarchy.
4. Economic tool for exploiting the
masses.
5. Obstructs the use of reason.
6. Impedes scientific success and
development.

Let’s Apply

1. The role of religion in my life is that it helps me strengthen my Faith and it guides me
every single time especially in decision making.
2. Religion influence me and my family in terms of behaviors, morality, and values. It helps
us distinguish the good and bad in our actions. It made us reflect every time we do
something wrong.
3. No.
4. Yes, Religious law includes ethical and moral codes taught by religious traditions.
Different religious systems hold sacred law in a greater or lesser degree of importance to
their belief systems, with some being explicitly antinomian whereas others are nomistic
or "legalistic" in nature.
5. Yes, Religious practice promotes the well-being of individuals, families, and the
community. Religious worship also leads to a reduction in the incidence of domestic
abuse, crime, substance abuse, and addiction. In addition, religious practice can increase
physical and mental health, longevity, and education attainment