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Polytheism: Belief in Multiple Deities, Lecture notes of Religion

Polytheism is a religious belief system that holds the belief in and worship of multiple gods. an overview of polytheistic religions throughout history, their essential and non-essential characteristics, and examples of popular polytheistic religions. The document also includes a graphic organizer for further study and an assignment for research and analysis.

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2021/2022

Uploaded on 09/12/2022

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POLYTHEISM

Polytheism- many gods

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graphic organizer

  • Essential Characteristics
  • Religion
  • Believe gods controlled all natural events
  • Tied to Geography
  • Afterlife
  • Worship more than one god
  • Must please gods at all times
    • Non-Essential Characteristics
    • Religious belief in many gods
    • Sacrifices
    • Temples
    • Burial traditions
    • Idols
    • Ceremonies
    • Divine right
    • Writing
    • Cultural diffusion
    • Gods protect each city state (Sumerians)
    • God like humans
    • Priests

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Assignment

  • Please choose research on religion that practices polytheism.
  • Answer the following questions
  • What are the primary beliefs of this religion?
  • Where do they worship? (building or location)
  • What are the main symbols associated with this religion? (example- some Christians wear a cross)
  • Does this religion have a text/book that they follow?
  • Answers should be submitted in proper sentences. Min 1 paragraph.