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FACT FINDER

CHRISTIANITY

Started out as a Jewish sect in the eastern Mediterranean.

JUDAISM

According to the text, God first revealed himself to a Hebrew man named Abraham, who became known as the founder of Judaism. Jews believe that God made a special covenant with Abraham and that he and his descendants were chosen people who would create a great nation.

ISLAM

After Mohammed’s death, the religion split into two separate sects – traditional Sunnis who live in most Islamic countries in the world, and the more radical Shi’ites, who are the majority in Iraq and Iran.

BUDDISM

Buddhism originated in India in the 6th century BC. Based on the teachings of Buddha, a prince known as “the Enlightened One,” Buddhism teaches that we suffer because of our desires. Once humans reach a point where they no longer desire things, they are free from suffering and enter a state of peace.

HINDUISM

Hinduism is one of the world’s oldest religions, as well as the third largest religion. Originating in India in 1750 BC, Hinduism follows no specific set of scriptures. Hindus believe in many gods, and also believe that when people die, their souls are reborn in a new body.

For this section of the magazine it could be useful to look at religions around the world for the purpose of building a picture of how we have been educated according to human law and make some comparisons with natural laws.

All the information included is from normal internet searches available to anyone.

Each issue of the magazine will focus on one religion, including its history and how it represents itself today. A comparison of some of the similarities and differences with spiritual truths will be included.

It is for the reader to take the information and develop their own opinions.