St.

Vincent’s High School of

Bonifacio,
Misamis Occidental, Inc.
7215 Poblacion, Bonifacio, Misamis Occidental
“Your Partner in Christian Formation Since 1946”
Government Recognition No. 348, S.1950

Name: ___________________________________________
Subject: Introduction to World Religions and Belief System (Week 1)
Strand: HUMMS
Lesson 1
Defining Religion

What I need to know?

In this lesson, you can give an example of belief system or worldview. You can define what
religion is.
What’s in?
 Is being religious enough for a person to sustain a healthy spiritual life?
 Is religion a blessing or a curse for humanity?

What is it?
Religion has always been and remains a powerful dimension of human experience.
“Being human,” according to the Holocaust survivor and existentialist psychotherapist Viktor
Frankl, “always points, and is directed, to something, or someone, other than oneself—be it a
meaning to fulfil, or another human being to encounter.
Homo religious is one way of describing the human being. It is in nature of human
beings to be religious, to go beyond oneself in servicing something or someone. “Humans are
religious by nature. They seek patterns of meaning and actions that are ultimately
transformative. As such, religion is a model of and model for reality, as experienced by
individuals in the context of social, natural, and cosmic existence.”
If the practice of religion is characteristic of being human, what then is religion? The
term itself originates from the Latin religio means “conscientiousness” or “reverence,” referring
to the awe or fear felt in the presence of a spirit or deity, and may be related to the latin
religare, which means “to bind fast.” For one, religion may be understood as an
institutionalized system of beliefs and practices from which an individual or community derives
meaning and significance.

Religion is therefore one among a significant variety of ways through which human
beings seek meaning and fulfilment. Each particular religion is a worldview, a lens through
which human beings see themselves and their ultimate purpose and engage with their fellow
beings (human and nonhuman). Each religious worldview, rooted in and shaped by a specific
historico-cultural and sociological context, manifests itself concretely through its creed, code
and cult.

Creed [from the Latin credo meaning “I believe”] consists of fundamental religious beliefs and
assumptions.
Code refers to the norms of behavior that every adherent of a religion seeking well-being and
fulfilment is expected to observe.
Cult [from the Latin cultus, meaning “worship”] comprises particles that nourish believers’
interiority/spirituality and their union with ultimate realities, whether solitary or communal.

COMMON CHARACTERISTICS OF RELIGIOUS WORLDVIEWS

What do these varied religious worldviews share in common? Identifying their common
characteristics, religious worldviews usually [though not always] express:

1. ways of dealing with people’s relationship to an unseen and transcendent realm of

existence, usually inhabited by spirits, deities, demons and ancestors;

2. a set of myths or stories about this unseen world and rituals to commune with it or
appease it;

3. a system of organized rituals celebrated in holy places by consecrated persons and

embodied in sacred text;

4. statements about life beyond death, either as survival in some shadowy world of the
dead, in some version of heaven and hell, or through reincarnation;

5. a code of ethical behaviour or moral order; and

6. large followings, either currently or at some time in the past.

To fully understand what a religion is, it is important to know it’s different elements.
These are the following:
1. An effort to elevate the whole self to a higher dimension of existence;
2. A framework of transcendent beliefs;
3. Text or scriptures;
4. Rituals; and
5. Sacred spaces.

What I can do?

ACTIVITY 1.1
In a long bond paper, paste a religious item or picture that shows a part of religious
activity/ritual. Describe the item or activity/ritual guided by questions below.

For religious item:

1. What is this item?
2. What it is used for? What is its meaning or importance?
3. How does it connect you to God?
4. What does it say about God?
5. How is it supposed to guide the believer on how to behave and relate with others?

For an activity or ritual:

1. What is this activity/ritual?
 2. Describe how it is performed.
3. How does it connect you to God?
4. What does it say about God?
5. How is it supposed to guide the believer on how to behave and relate with others?
St. Vincent’s High School of
Bonifacio,
Misamis Occidental, Inc.
7215 Poblacion, Bonifacio, Misamis Occidental
“Your Partner in Christian Formation Since 1946”
Government Recognition No. 348, S.1950

Name: ___________________________________________
Subject: Introduction to World Religions and Belief System (Week 2)
Strand: Grade 11- HUMMS

Lesson 1 Defining Religion

In your own understanding, what is religion?

___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________

What I need to know?

Differentiate religion from:όSpiritually
a. Theology
b. Philosophy of Religion
Differentiate between religion as humans’ way to God, theology as a study of God’s way to
humans and philosophy as a reflection of humans’ lived experience of God

What’s new?

Lesson 1.2 THE STUDY OF RELIGION

Since it is such as fascinating aspect of human existence, religion and its content are
often made the object of study and reflection. There are a variety of ways of studying the
human phenomenon of religion.
Theology is one way of engaging in a formal study of a particular religious tradition. The
term theology originated from the Christian tradition and is rooted in two Greek words, theόs
meaning “god” and lόgos, “word” – the verbal expression of the human experience of
transcendent reality. Theology is the formal, systematic attempt to give a rational explanation
of the beliefs and practices of a religious institution and of a religious experiences if its
adherents.
` Religious studies are another way of engaging in an academic study of religion and
differ from theology in a number of ways.
Philosophy of religion, as the philosophical study of the nature and meaning of religion,
consists in analysing religious concepts, beliefs, and practices of religious adherents.
Phychology of religion attempts to explain religious behaviour by making use of current
theories in psychology. Sociology of religion describes religious phenomena in terms of their
function in human societies. Religious anthropology studies the cultural significance of
religious experiences, ideas, and institutions.

What I can do?

Student Activity 1.2
Find two adult believers in your community. These can be you parent, relative,
godparent or neighbour. Interview them separately using the guide questions below. You can
use video cam or a voice recorder. Send/Pm it to your teacher.

Interviewee 1

1. What is one core belief in your religion? What is its relevance to your daily life?
2. What is the highest form of worship in your religion? Why is it considered so?

Interviewee 2

1. Name one important law observed by a follower of your religion. What does it bring
about in the individual and community?
2. Identify one story or myth that community of believers read from your region’s
sacred writings. What truth does it convey about life or relationships?

RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY

Spirituality is a phenomenon related to religion. Religion and spirituality were formerly

linked, as can be seen in one dictionary definition of the term spirituality as “ the quality or
state of being concerned with religion or religious matters.”
There are basic components of spirituality that must be practiced in order to keep a
healthy life of spirit. Prayer or attending to his/her interior life keeps an adherent centered on
the essentials of the religious tradition and facilities the development of his/her personal moral
integrity. Active involvement in a community of believers provides the adherent some support,
fellowship, accountability, and opportunities for communal spiritual exercises.

The elements of spirituality are the following:

1. Holistic a fully integrated view of life;
2. Quest for meaning including the purpose of life;
3. Quest for the sacred. Beliefs about God; and
4. Suggests a self-reflective existence.

THE MAJOR WORLD RELIGION

There are manifold varieties of religions existing in the world today. However we will
limit ourselves only to the following, classified according to their geographical roots: religions
from India (Hindu Dharma and Buddhism), From East Asia (Daoism, Confucianism and Shinto)
and from the Middle East (Judaism, Christianity, and Islam).

Hindu Dharma – the oldest of the known religions – and Buddhism originated in the
South Asian subcontinent of India. India remains the home of Hindu Dharma, while Buddhism
spread to other Asian nations, like Cambodia, China, Japan, Korea, Myanmar, Thailand and
Vietnam.

Daoism and Confucianism emerged in China, while Shinto comes from Japan.
 Judaism was the first to evolve among the religions that began in the Middle East. Along
with Christianity and Islam, it prides itself with a view of God who has revealed himself so that
humanity can come to know him. Adherents of these religions believe that God has spoken and
his words are contained in their respective lessons.

Worldview of Major World’s Religions

 Understanding the worldview of each of the major religions is critical in appreciating their
rituals and practices. These worldviews are the following:
1. Monistic. a belief that all is one.
2. Polytheistic. a belief that there are many gods.
3. Monotheistic. a belief that there is only one God.
4. Atheistic. a belief that there is no god.

What can I do?

Copy and answer the following questions below. Write the answer in a one-half (1/2)
sheet of yellow pad.
1. What does it mean for a human being to be “religious?”
2. Identify and briefly describe the common concrete expressions or manifestation of religious
worldviews.
3. What are the common characteristics of religious worldviews?
4. Why should there be a study of religion?
5. Distinguish between religion, theology, and spirituality.
6. Identify the essential components of spirituality, and explain how these, when practiced
together, help sustain a healthy, spiritual life.

References: Pilgrimage to Sacred Spaces: An Introduction to World Religions by Christian B.

Manaloto, Maria Teresita R. Rapadas, pages 8-14.
Code: HUMSS_WRB12-I/IIIa-1.2 , HUMSS_WRB12-I/IIIa-1.3

Prepared By:
Maria Theresa E. Dispe
FB: Maria Theresa
 S t . V i n c e n t ’ s H i g h S c h o o l of B o n i f a c i o ,
M i s a m i s O c c i d e nt a l , I n c .
7215 Poblacion, Bonifacio, Misamis Occidental
“Your Partner in Christian Formation Since 1946”
Government Recognition No. 348, S.1950

NAME:___________________________________________________
SUBJECT: Introduction to World Religions and Beliefs Systems –First Quarter (WEEK 3)
Strand/s: HUMMS

What I need to know?

 Cite regions or places where specific religions evolved
 Analyze the culture of the region that gave rise to specific religions
 Explain how geography influences religion and religion affects culture

What’s new?
LESSON 2 How world Religions Began
(Read the discussion in your book.)

Pre-assessment
Categorize the regions according to their origin of place.
a. Judaism e. Islam
b. Buddhism f. Christianity
c. Daoism g. Shinto
d. Confucianism h. Hinduism

West Asia India East Asia

Assessment
Identify whether the statement is true or false.

__________1. Buddhism spread far and wide from Mediterranean Sea to Africa.
__________2. The Hindu god of fire is Agni.
__________3. The Muslim people regard Abraham as the ancestor of Israelites, through his
descendants Isaac and Jacob.
__________4. Confucius is regarded as China’s greatest philosopher and teacher.
__________5. The Arabian Peninsula consists of countries that are predominantly Buddhist in
character.
 S t . V i n c e n t ’ s H i g h S c h o o l of B o n i f a c i o ,
M i s a m i s O c c i d e nt a l , I n c .
7215 Poblacion, Bonifacio, Misamis Occidental
“Your Partner in Christian Formation Since 1946”
Government Recognition No. 348, S.1950

NAME:___________________________________________________
SUBJECT: Introduction to World Religions and Beliefs Systems –First Quarter (WEEK 4)
Strand/s: HUMMS 11

Module Objectives

After this module, the learners are expected to:

 identify the positive and negative effects of religions (HUMSS_WRB11-1/IIIc-3.1)
 provide evidence that region brought about an event in history (HUMMS_WRB11-1/IIIc-3.2)
 justify that religion can have positive or negative effects on society (HUMMS_WRB11-1/IIIc-3.3)
 gather print or web-based articles, photos, editorials, etc. showing the positive or negative
effects of religion (HUMMS_WRB11-1/IIIc-3.4)

What I Know?

Please answer the Pre-assessment on page 22 of your book.

What’s new?

Lesson 3 Positive and Negative Effects of Religion

What is it?
Read the contents from pages 21-29.

What I need to do?

Please answer the assessment found in your book on page 30.

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Maria Theresa E. Dispe
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S t . V i n c e n t ’ s H i g h S c h o o l of B o n i f a c i o ,
M i s a m i s O c c i d e nt a l , I n c .
7215 Poblacion, Bonifacio, Misamis Occidental
“Your Partner in Christian Formation Since 1946”
Government Recognition No. 348, S.1950

NAME:___________________________________________________
SUBJECT: Introduction to World Religions and Beliefs Systems –First Quarter (WEEK 5)
Strand/s: HUMMS 11

Module 4 Objectives

After this module, the learners are expected to:

 recite the Ten Commandments as stated in the Old Testament (Exodus 20) (HUMSS_WRB12/11-
I/IIId-4.1);
 identify a Jewish custom or tradition demonstrated in a movie (e.g. Fiddler in the Roof, Ten
Commandments, Ben Hur) (HUMSS_WRB12/11-4.2);
(HUMMS_WRB11-1/IIIc-3.2)
 justify that the core teaching of Judaism is the covenant of one God with a chosen people vs.
other people with many gods (HUMMS_WRB12/11-1/IIId-4.3) and
 identify a story from the Old Testament that demonstrates the Jewish belief in one God (e.g.,
Story of Samson) (HUMMS_WRB12/11-1/IIId-4.4)

What I Know?

Please answer the Pre-assessment on page 32 in your book.

What’s new?

Module 4 Judaism

What is it?
Read the discussion from pages 33-40. Much better if you can play or visit the link
given in your book.

What I need to do?

On page 41 in your book there is an assessment that you need to answer. Write in on a one-
half (1/2) sheet of yellow pad.
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Maria Theresa E. Dispe

09071935657

S t . V i n c e n t ’ s H i g h S c h o o l of B o n i f a c i o ,
M i s a m i s O c c i d e nt a l , I n c .
7215 Poblacion, Bonifacio, Misamis Occidental
“Your Partner in Christian Formation Since 1946”
Government Recognition No. 348, S.1950

NAME:___________________________________________________ Strands: HUMSS 11/12

SUBJECT: Introduction to World Religions and Beliefs Systems –First Quarter (WEEK 6-7)
TEACHER: MARIA THERESA E. DISPE

Objectives
After this module, the learners are expected to:
 recite the Apostle’s Creed, The Lord’s Prayer, or the Beatitudes (HUMSS_WRB11/12-I/IIIe-f-5.1)
 interpret the Parable of the Prodigal Son (HUMSS_11/12-I/IIIe-f-5.2)
 explain that the core teaching of Christianity is the message that a loving God sent His begotten
Son in order to redeem humankind from eternal damnation (HUMSS_WRB11/12-I/IIe-f-5.3); and
 interview a Christian parent or couple on why they are Christians and what beliefs and practices
they adhere to (HUMSS_WRB11/12-I/IIIe-f-5.4)

What I Know?

Answer pre-assessment on page 43 in your book/module.

What’s new?

Lesson 5 Christianity
What is it?

Read the discussion from pages 42-0. Much better if you can play or visit the link given in your book.

What I need to do?

Assessment
A. Copy and answer the assessment on page 53. Write in in a one-half (1/2) sheet yellow pad.

B. Interview a Christian parent or couple on why they are Christians and what beliefs and practices they
adhere to. Make a short dialogue in a short bond paper. It’s up to you how will you create your dialogue.
I have an example below.
 St. Vincent’s High School of Bonifacio, Misamis Occidental, Inc.
7215 Poblacion, Bonifacio, Misamis Occidental
“Your Partner in Christian Formation Since 1946”
Government Recognition No. 348, S.1950

Introduction to World Religions and Belief Systems 11/12

2ND Quarter (Week 3)

NAME: _________________________________________________

Module Objectives
After this module, the learners are expected to:

 read the opening lines of Quran preferably from an English version (HUMSS_WRB11/12-I/IIIg-h-
6.1)
 retell the life and times of Prophet Muhammad (HUMSS_WRB11/12-I/IIIg-h-6.2)
 explain that the core teaching of Islam is there is only one God and Muhammad is His final and
greatest messenger (HUMSS_WRB11/12-I/IIIg-h-6.3)

Pre-assessment
Directions: Identify whether the statement is true or false. Write T on the space provided if it is true and
F if it false.

______ 1. Similar to most major religions, Islam also has sects.

______ 2. The Quran has virtually unaltered since the time of Muhammad.
______ 3. Islam began with the Indian desert people.
______ 4. Pre-Islamic people worshipped a variety of gods.
______ 5. In Islamic belief, Allah is the only divinity and that he has relayed his will through Muhammad.
______ 6. Muhammad began hearing the voice of God in Hindi in a cave on the summit of Mount Hira,
just outside Mecca.
______ 7. Islam means to “surrender or submit oneself for obedience to God” or to “enter into a
condition of peace and security with God through allegiance and surrender to him.”
______ 8. The presence of violence in Islamic society cannot be attributed to the teachings of Islam but
to the failings of human adherents of the religion.
______ 9. Muslims who live above the subsistence level must pay zakat or the poor tax to aid the
underprivileged Muslim.
______ 10. To pray, Muslims sit on the ground wearing dirty shoes.

Module 6 Islam
Read the contents/discussions in your book on pages 54-66.

After reading and understanding the contents. Please answer the Assessment.

Assessment
Directions: Enumerate the terms being asked.

The two sacred of Islam

1.
2.

The five pillars of Islam

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

The three Islamic subdivisions

1.
2.
3.