Religion and Values (Leaving Cert Religious Education): Flashcards

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God, the Person and Behavioural Norms in Religious Tradition
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What shapes religious behaviour?

Understanding of God & concept of personhood

Who is the transcendent in Christianity?

Jesus

What does Christian personhood centre on?

Following Christ's path

What does communion represent?

Jesus opening pathway to God's forgiveness

How is Allah understood in Islam?

The one true and almighty God

What does 'Muslim' mean?

One who submits

What is a Muslim's fundamental purpose?

Submitting to and obeying Allah's will

Islamic name for five daily prayers

Salat

What establishes prayer in Islam?

The Qur'an

Pattern: religious understanding → divine guidance → ?

Expected behaviour → community norms

Is connection between belief & behaviour accidental?

No, it flows from understanding God & person

How do religious behaviours develop?

Logically from theological understanding, not randomly

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