RELG 103 FINAL QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Theosphy - Answers -"Devine wisdom" (Greek); an eclectic movement, particularly
influenced by Hinduism, that forces on the mystical elements of all religions
Voodoo/Vodun - Answers -A religion that developed in Haiti that blends elements from
French Catholicism and African religions.
Wicca - Answers -A contemporary Pagan movement that seeks harmony with the
forces of nature and worships both the female and male aspects of the divine.
Contemporary Paganism - Answers -A general name for several movements that
attempt to reestablish a pre-Christian European nature religion; also called Neo-
Paganism.
Baha'i - Answers -A modern monotheistic religion that grew out of Islam and
emphasizes unity and equality of individuals, culture, and religions; a follow of the Baha'i
religion.
Rastafarianism - Answers -A religion that began in Jamaica in the 1920s to emphasize
African pride; it considers Haile Selassie (Ras Tafari) to be divine.
Rede - Answers -"Advice," "counsel"; a term used in Wicca to describe its maxim that
an act is allowable if it does no harm: "An [if] it harm none, do what you will."
Sabbat - Answers -One of eight seasonal turning points marked by Wiccans and Druids
Agnosticism - Answers -"Not know" (Greek); a position asserting that the existence of
God cannot be proven.
Fundamentalism - Answers -An effort to simplify a religion by identifying the essential
elements
eclectic spirituality - The interrelatedness of all elements in the universe. That belief is
often expressed in an attitude of respect and reverence for all people and creatures.
Eclectic Spirituality - Answers -is the creation of one's own spiritual system in which
participants draw from several sources.
Explain three ways in which new religious movements arise. - Answers -•When a
follower of a religion splits off from a religion due to differences (a break from religion).
•Charismatic having a life-changing experience where they believe they become a
spiritual insight to gain followers
•Tends to be a charismatic leader who identifies social problems that needs to be
addressed and has an experience (relates to the problem - needs - social oppression of
black people (Ras Tafari)
, Identify four elements that are frequently found in the new religious movements, and
explain how each element appears to satisfy contemporary needs. - Answers -
•Charismatic leader
•Perceives a larger problem in society
•Reject larger social norm/generate social norms to address those norms
•Draw off of ancient traditions and adapt them to their beliefs.
What are two key differences between a sect and a cult? - Answers -•Cults have
negative meaning; refer to someone as a charismatic leader; docile; followers.
•Sect is not negative; smaller group within a larger tradition; doesn't see themselves as
establishing a new religion
What challenges does science pose to religion? - Answers -•Science poses ethical and
moral issues to religion. Evolution challenges many people's beliefs in the timeline of
the bible and how humans came about. Some examples of ethical issues would be
cloning animals or stem cell research. A lot of religions have found a way to accept
science while also accepting the bible.
Other challenges include: Fertility assistance, Birth Control, Ethical termination of
pregnancy, Ethical termination of adult life, Organ transplantation, Genetic manipulation
and stem-cell research, Species rights
The word Voodoo comes from the Fon word vodun, whose meaning is - Answers -
Mysterious Power
In practicing their religion, both Baha'is and Muslims - Answers -abstain from alcohol
and engage in periods of fasting.
Which of the following statements is true of the religious calendar of the Baha'i faith? -
Answers -It is made up of nineteen months, each being nineteen days long.
Working with an "auditor" to find and remove areas that have created blockages to
personal growth is a practice of - Answers -Scientology
_____ is a system of exercises based on Chinese martial arts and are thought to bring
about increased health and strength. - Answers -Qigong
In _____, women play a prominent role as bearers of knowledge and as leaders of
ritual. - Answers -Wicca
The religions of the Yoruba tradition and Rastafarianism have significant connections
with - Answers -Africa
New religious movements that are a blend of different religions are called - Answers -
syncretic
Theosphy - Answers -"Devine wisdom" (Greek); an eclectic movement, particularly
influenced by Hinduism, that forces on the mystical elements of all religions
Voodoo/Vodun - Answers -A religion that developed in Haiti that blends elements from
French Catholicism and African religions.
Wicca - Answers -A contemporary Pagan movement that seeks harmony with the
forces of nature and worships both the female and male aspects of the divine.
Contemporary Paganism - Answers -A general name for several movements that
attempt to reestablish a pre-Christian European nature religion; also called Neo-
Paganism.
Baha'i - Answers -A modern monotheistic religion that grew out of Islam and
emphasizes unity and equality of individuals, culture, and religions; a follow of the Baha'i
religion.
Rastafarianism - Answers -A religion that began in Jamaica in the 1920s to emphasize
African pride; it considers Haile Selassie (Ras Tafari) to be divine.
Rede - Answers -"Advice," "counsel"; a term used in Wicca to describe its maxim that
an act is allowable if it does no harm: "An [if] it harm none, do what you will."
Sabbat - Answers -One of eight seasonal turning points marked by Wiccans and Druids
Agnosticism - Answers -"Not know" (Greek); a position asserting that the existence of
God cannot be proven.
Fundamentalism - Answers -An effort to simplify a religion by identifying the essential
elements
eclectic spirituality - The interrelatedness of all elements in the universe. That belief is
often expressed in an attitude of respect and reverence for all people and creatures.
Eclectic Spirituality - Answers -is the creation of one's own spiritual system in which
participants draw from several sources.
Explain three ways in which new religious movements arise. - Answers -•When a
follower of a religion splits off from a religion due to differences (a break from religion).
•Charismatic having a life-changing experience where they believe they become a
spiritual insight to gain followers
•Tends to be a charismatic leader who identifies social problems that needs to be
addressed and has an experience (relates to the problem - needs - social oppression of
black people (Ras Tafari)
, Identify four elements that are frequently found in the new religious movements, and
explain how each element appears to satisfy contemporary needs. - Answers -
•Charismatic leader
•Perceives a larger problem in society
•Reject larger social norm/generate social norms to address those norms
•Draw off of ancient traditions and adapt them to their beliefs.
What are two key differences between a sect and a cult? - Answers -•Cults have
negative meaning; refer to someone as a charismatic leader; docile; followers.
•Sect is not negative; smaller group within a larger tradition; doesn't see themselves as
establishing a new religion
What challenges does science pose to religion? - Answers -•Science poses ethical and
moral issues to religion. Evolution challenges many people's beliefs in the timeline of
the bible and how humans came about. Some examples of ethical issues would be
cloning animals or stem cell research. A lot of religions have found a way to accept
science while also accepting the bible.
Other challenges include: Fertility assistance, Birth Control, Ethical termination of
pregnancy, Ethical termination of adult life, Organ transplantation, Genetic manipulation
and stem-cell research, Species rights
The word Voodoo comes from the Fon word vodun, whose meaning is - Answers -
Mysterious Power
In practicing their religion, both Baha'is and Muslims - Answers -abstain from alcohol
and engage in periods of fasting.
Which of the following statements is true of the religious calendar of the Baha'i faith? -
Answers -It is made up of nineteen months, each being nineteen days long.
Working with an "auditor" to find and remove areas that have created blockages to
personal growth is a practice of - Answers -Scientology
_____ is a system of exercises based on Chinese martial arts and are thought to bring
about increased health and strength. - Answers -Qigong
In _____, women play a prominent role as bearers of knowledge and as leaders of
ritual. - Answers -Wicca
The religions of the Yoruba tradition and Rastafarianism have significant connections
with - Answers -Africa
New religious movements that are a blend of different religions are called - Answers -
syncretic
