Parables. The main theme of the parables and of the gospel is the kingdom of God. When Jesus began to travel, he spoke about the kingdom of God.
Introduction My name is Carlene and this coursework is based on parables. Parables are important in the teaching of Jesus, as these are the stories that Jesus used to teach his followers-disciples/apostles in order to teach them lessons about life. Parables are important for the study of Christianity, as they were a central feature of Jesus' teaching. Parables are stories told to convey a spiritual point. Ai) what is meant by the term parable? A parable is a simple story with a clear teaching. The meaning is left for the listeners to work out for themselves. A parable relates to real life and everyday events to illustrate truths about God. Parables can be short e.g. the parable of the yeast Lk13: 20-21 and some are long e.g. the lost son Lk15: 11-32. A parable can be described as "an earthly story with a heavenly meaning". The word parable comes from the Greek word parabole and it means a comparison or an analogy-some of Jesus' parables are comparisons, they compare what is known and familiar on earth with the kingdom of God which is spiritual and less familiar. Parable can also mean, "throwing beside" or "placing beside". Biblical parables were originally examples of a Hebrew genre called meshalim. Well-known examples of parables include The Good Samaritan and The Lost (or prodigal) Son. The word allegory derives from the Greek word Allegoria meaning "speaking otherwise"
Explain what happens at either a Bar or Bat Mitzvah.
Explain what happens at either a Bar or Bat Mitzvah. (8) At a Barmitzvah, a 13-year-old boy celebrates that he now has the obligations and privileges of an adult male Jew. It is celebrated on Shabbat and the Barmitzvah boy is required to take part in the service either by reciting the entire Parasha, which he would have thoroughly prepared for, or by reading a passage from the Prophets. He can now wear tefillin and make up a minyan because he is an adult. The Barmitzvah invites his family and some of his friends to hear him in shul and to watch him being blessed by his father, who affirms that he is no longer responsible for his son's actions and by the Rabbi who addresses the congregation and reminds them about committing to the obligations of Judaism, however he is speaking specifically to the Barmitzvah, encouraging him to remain faithful to G-d now that he is responsible for himself. After Shabbat, a big party or a special meal is held for all the family and friends to help the Barmitzvah celebrate this joyous occasion. Explain how taking part in a Bar or Bat mitzvah might help to strengthen the faith of a Jewish family. (7) Some Jewish families will not keep to the laws of Judaism because they do not feel obligated to. However, most Jewish families, no matter how religious they are, feel that it is necessary to celebrate their son's Barmitzvah or daughter's Batmitzvah
Christian Beliefs
RE Coursework Part A2 Some Christians feel that they have been called to dedicate their entire lives to God and that they should follow the Gospel by adapting to a religious life by becoming a member of a religious community. The two types of orders are contemplative and apostolic and they both involve prayer and work, but are done in different ways. Members of a contemplative order are enclosed and stay within their community they have joined. Members of an apostolic order work closely with the public through care, education and advice. Members of both religious orders are consecrated by God by three vows, known as the evangelical counsels. They are vows of poverty, chastity and obedience. People first began to join religious communities during the first three centuries, when Christians were being persecuted by the Romans. They needed to have some faith that God existed and that he would save them from the Romans, but to become a faithful Christian meant being willing to become a martyr and this required a high level of dedication to the Gospel. When Christianity came into favour and the persecutions stopped, many Christians wanted to restore the same level of dedication, so they went and lived in the desert as hermits. They then joined together in communities and this marked the beginning of the monastic life. The first evangelical counsel is the vow of poverty.
Select and explain the important aspects of a Buddhist Temple.
Select and explain the important aspects of a Buddhist Temple The first things you will notice about a typical Buddhist temple are the gates on the outside of the grounds. These usually have paintings of guardians and/or fierce statues on the edges of the gates. These guardians are the guardians of wisdom, of Holy Scripture (holy teachings), of correct thinking (this is one of the parts of the eightfold path) and of fundamental directions (this means the choices etc that you make in life). Symbolically the guardians are intended to provoke some self-searching and self confrontation. Once inside the gates you will find yourself inside a courtyard. A temple is made up of a few different buildings. Firstly there is the temple itself. This is a very ornate building where the Buddhists will meditate, pray and worship. Secondly is the building that the monks live in. There is also in some Temples a "meeting" building where the monks will welcome visitors. These buildings are usually named after a bodhisattva or some other strong influencing spirit in the Buddhist religion. Leading up to the temple, there are usually steps. These steps will be surrounded by incense sticks. I visited a Buddhist temple in Wimbledon, London, and these incense sticks were five foot high. After climbing the stairs there were several shoe racks, where we took off our shoes before entering the main room
Disciples in christianity.
AO1 A disciple is a person who accepts the teachings of another whom she or he regards as a leader. But there is more to being a good disciple than this. By studying the Marks Gospel a Christian can learn what being a disciple is all about. Authority constantly mentioned throughout Marks gospel is extremely important. Disciples are entrusted with the authority to drive out evil just like Jesus. "Jesus sends his disciples out with authority to drive out evil spirits. They are to take a staff- but should not take bread, money, a bag or an extra coat." Authority, which has the ability to overcome evil, teaches Christians reading Mark that good is able to overcome evil. It shows Christians that by becoming a disciple you will be able to drive out evil and save yourself from sin. "Where they are made welcome, they are to stay in that place until they leave town. Where they are not welcome they are to shake the dust from their feet as a marker to others." By reading this in Mark, a Christian would realise that to become a disciple you would need to practice and preach the word of the lord. This quote proves that a good disciple practices the teachings and spreads them as well. I have shown two examples of what being a good disciple is about. These guidelines are very costly. Who would want to leave their families too teach others how to live their lives. Or who would want o
"The death of Joseph Smith was a turning point in the history of the Mormons." Do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer.
"The death of Joseph Smith was a turning point in the history of the Mormons." Do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer. The death of Joseph Smith was a key point in the history of the Mormons. It indicated massive change from the ridicule the Mormons had suffered. The Mormons had been ridiculed practically since the formation of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in 1830. Once the Mormons had a big enough following, they looked to build the City of ZION (GOD), in Kirtland, Ohio. Under the instruction of Joseph Smith, the Mormons became a highly prosperous people - they founded a bank, but in 1837, the bank collapsed when there was a financial crisis and the Mormons were driven out of Ohio. Smith then moved the Mormons onto a settlement that was an already established Mormon community in Independence, Missouri. However, the Gentile population of Independence hated the Mormons because of their anti-slavery views. The non-Mormon population, too, were angered that the Mormons tried to proselytise them, and they loathed that the Mormons thought they were "God's chosen people". Again, the Mormons were forced out of the settlement they had made. Brigham Young got his first taste as being a leader when the rest of the members of the Quorum of Twelve Apostles were arrested. Young lead the Mormons to Nauvoo, Illinois under the
This is coursework is about Pilgrimage. The coursework is divided into three parts. I am going to talk about what happens at pilgrimage, why people go and reasons why/why not are these places becoming too commercialised. But what is a pilgrimage?
G.C.S.E. R.E. COURSEWORK "PILGRIMAGE" Carolina Garcia-Cox Introduction This is coursework is about Pilgrimage. The coursework is divided into three parts. I am going to talk about what happens at pilgrimage, why people go and reasons why/why not are these places becoming too commercialised. But what is a pilgrimage? A Christian Pilgrimage is a journey undertaken, by believers to a place, which is, for some reason, considered to be holy. No one has the obligation to go but religious pilgrims have been particularly important in the Catholic Church for centuries. Many Christians have seen them as an essential part of their own spiritual journey as it not only takes them to places where God, or one of his saints, have revealed themselves in the past, but it also gives them an opportunity to meet people involved in similar journeys. There are many places of pilgrimage like: Lourdes in France, Rome in Italy, Taize in France, Holy Land in Israel, Knock in Ireland, Santiago de Compostella in Spain, and many more. AO1 Lourdes is a town in the South of France. It is in the Pyrenees mountains. In 1858, a teenage girl named Marie (who later changed her name to Bernadette) believed she had several visions of Mary, the mother of Jesus. Bernadette's parents were poor farmers, and she was uneducated. During one of the visions, the Lady told Bernadette to dig nearby and to drink the
Ramadan and a day in the life of a Muslim
Ramadan is 'God's' month, because the greatest of the scripture, the glorious Quran (Koran) was revealed during Ramadan. During this blessed month of Ramadan all Muslims, fast as well as try to be a better person. In the month of fasting, all Muslims rise in the morning before sunrise, when it is still dark, to eat a whole meal, then they do no eat again after sunset when it is dark. As well as not eating and drinking, a Muslim must be a good person, not talking behind people's backs, not lying or being a bad person and also it is a special time to study about the religion Islam, and to read the Quran. A Moslem experiences the spiritual feelings; they feel a special readiness to purify their soul and to be a better person. God is always ready to bless us and forgive us and show mercy. Being able to refrain from eating and drinking, helps one to be strong and patient. If one can be successful within the month of Ramadan, they are able to be successful in many other things. When asking Muslims how they feel in the month of Ramadan the say "we feel as though we are in control of our body's and our self, putting our beliefs before our every day routine (eating etc.)". This shows great strength and control. Mr Ackbar is a 43 year man living in Iran with his family. He is an owner of book shop in Tehran. 5:00 am: Mr Ackbar wakes up, gets out of bed and goes to the
Why do Muslims go on Hajj?
Why do Muslims go on Hajj? The annual pilgrimage to Makkah - the Hajj - is an obligation only for those who are physically and financially able to perform it. Nevertheless, about two million people go to Makkah each year from every corner of the globe providing a unique opportunity for those of different nations to meet one another. Muslims perform Hajj in order to visit for themselves the holy sites where their faith started. The Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam and it is the duty of every Muslim to go on the Hajj at least once in their life time to follow the footsteps of Muhammad. The Hajj, or pilgrimage to Makkah is a central duty of Islam whose origins date back to the time of Prophet Ibrahim (PBUH). It brings together Muslims of all races and tongues for one of life's most moving spiritual experiences. For 14 centuries, countless millions of Muslims, men and women from all over the world, have made the pilgrimage to Makkah, the birthplace of Islam. In carrying out this obligation, they fulfill one of the five "pillars" of Islam, or central religious duties of the believer. The Pilgrimage Once a year, Muslims of every ethnic group, colour, social status, and culture gather together in Mecca and stand before the Ka'ba praising Allah together. The Prophet Muhammad (may peace and blessing of Allah be upon him) said, "Paradise is the only reward for a
Hindu and Islamic weddings
Title Page Pg 1 Hindu Marriages Pg 2-5 Islamic Marriages Pg 6-9 My Vows Pg 10 Biboliography Pg 11 Hindu marriages are very traditional. Before the ceremony, the priest blesses the bride's bangles and it is considered unlucky if she removes them before forty days after the wedding. The groom arrives with his family at his wedding party and is welcomed by the girl's family. Some brides greet the groom by putting a flower garland around his neck after the girl's mother has already done so. The groom may also choose to do the same. When the bride and groom go inside the temple, the priest calls for Ganesha's blessing for success; followed by the Navgraha prayer (asking the blessing of all of the planets for peace and wealth). Then the maternal uncle and the sisters walk the couple to the mendap (wedding tent) where the girl's father performs kanya danam (handing over ceremony to the priest). By spreading turmeric on her hands, she recognizes her change in status from a single woman, a daughter to a wife. The father then places his daughter's dyed hand on the groom's hand and he holds it as a symbol of everlasting love. By pouring out some of the sacred water, the father 'washes his hands' and gives his daughter away to the groom. At this point the groom recites Vedic hymns to