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Compiled Lecture WEEK 24 TO WEEK 26

Notes for

SUBJECT CODE:

G11-GAS-WRBS

DESCRIPTIVE TITLE: OBJECTIVES

World Religions After working in this material, the learner is expected to:
and Belief
Systems
• Identify the positive and negative effects of religions;
• Provide evidence that religion brought about an event in history;
SUBJECT DESCRIPTION:
• Justify that religion can have positive or negative effects on society.
The course explores the
main tenets and practices
of major world religions:
Judaism, Christianity,
Islam, Hinduism,
Theravada Buddhism,
Mahayana Buddhism,
Confucianism, Taoism and CORE LESSON AND SCOPE OF STUDY (CLASS)
Shintoism. It aims to help
learners understand the
historical contexts of nine • Positive and Negative Effect of Religions
religions, appreciate their
uniqueness and similarities
and promote mutual
understanding among
believers of different
faiths. They are expected
to demonstrate
understanding and
appreciation of one’s faith
and that of others.

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Introduction
The goal Religion provides belief to the people when they are down and out. It is the
binding fabric for the society and provides objectives to people in their lives. There are
many religions in the world namely Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Buddhism and Sikhism
to name a few. They have existed since ancient times and continue to do so however it
has also become the source of conflicts around the world. In fact it is a sweet and bitter
pill which is necessary for human life. Therefore, lets take a look at the advantages and
disadvantages.

POSITIVE

Promotes Mental Peace:

The realization of the supreme power above the human ego is only possible by following
the path of religion. It teaches us that wealth would not stay with us after death but it is
the good deeds that would remain in eternity. A religious person never loses focus and
enjoys peace of mind.

Social Work:

Many religious organizations are engaged in social work that contributes towards the
welfare of society. They provide alms to the poor and also set up educational institutions
so that the youth can have access to formal as well as higher education. Religion promotes
good will in the society by fostering a sense of brotherhood among the people.

Compassionate Behavior:

Religious people are compassionate towards others as religion teaches its followers to be
benevolent and sympathetic towards the other human beings. It regulates life and
encourages individuals not to indulge in bad habits that are detrimental to society. Majority
of People suffering from drug related addiction turn towards religion to develop will power
so that they can leave the habit.

Wisdom:

Holy books from Gita to Bible impart wisdom to the people which benefits the humanity as
a whole. All religions lay stress on following the path of righteousness and work towards
the betterment of the society. They teach us to differentiate between the right and wrong
on the earth.
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REGARDED BY OTHERS AS NEGATIVE

Religion as an expansionist tool:

Since time, immemorial religion was used by the empires to fight wars with other
kingdoms. Followers of a particular religion believe that their teachings are superior to
other religions.

On scientific outlook:

One of the major drawbacks of the religion is the belief that the world originated from
super natural power. [In early years of man], scientific rational thinking is discouraged and
people asking questions based on reason are hounded or even killed.

Status of minorities:

A religious state rarely respects the rights of minority religion. Forced conversions are
rampant with regular diatribes launched against the gay and other racial communities.

On Progress:

Overtly religious societies affect progress as they do not allow free thinking. Innovation
and scientific inventions are only possible when people are encouraged to think out of the
box. It is only possible when religion is not adopted as the way of life.
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PRIMARY RESOURCE MATERIALS (PRM)

• Introduction to World Religions and Belief Systems Curriculum Guide; Department of
Education (DepEd); Philippines; 2016
• http://myessaypoint.com/
• http://www.allaboutreligion.org/origin-of-religion.htm
• http://www.simpletoremember.com/articles/a/religions-and-origins/

SECONDARY RESOURCE MATERIALS (SRM)

• The World Wide Web

EVALUATION (OUTCOME)–TO BE SUBMITTED VIA-EMAIL

• Religion can have positive or negative effects on society. Do you agree? How?
Answer comprehensively.

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTION

• Encode/Type the question(s) and your answers(s) in MS Word format (.doc or .docx)
• Save your file using the following filename format:
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• Send your file to this e-mail: [FIND SUBJECT E-MAIL PROVIDED IN DOWNLOADS]
• In your e-mail Subject (see figure below), type:
G11-GAS-WRBS-WEEK-24-TO-WEEK-26 EVALUATION RESPONSES – “[Your Name]”.

• Deadline of Submission: Sunday of Week 26.

• Extension (if any): A Week After Week 26.
• IMPORTANT: Follow the Instructions Strictly.

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