Abrahamic religions
Abrahamic Religions
Abrahamic religions (pronunciation: /ˌæbrəˈhæmɪk rɪˈlɪdʒənz/), also referred to as Abrahamism, are a group of monotheistic religions that endorse worship of the God of Abraham. The three major Abrahamic religions are Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, which are also historically known as the "People of the Book".
Etymology
The term "Abrahamic religions" is derived from Abraham, a significant figure in the religious texts of these religions, who is recognized as the patriarch of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
Related Terms
- Monotheism: The belief in the existence of one god.
- Judaism: The monotheistic religion of the Jews.
- Christianity: The religion based on the person and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth, or its beliefs and practices.
- Islam: The religion of the Muslims, a monotheistic faith regarded as revealed through Muhammad as the Prophet of Allah.
Beliefs
All Abrahamic religions believe in a single, omnipotent, omniscient, omnipresent, and benevolent God. They also believe in the existence of prophets, with Abraham being a primary figure. The concept of afterlife and the belief in judgment day are also common among these religions.
Practices
The practices among Abrahamic religions vary but they all emphasize moral responsibility and accountability, and the need for social justice and care for the poor and needy. They also have rituals for worship, including prayer, fasting, and pilgrimage.
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