Category Archives: World Religions & Cults

We need to understand the beliefs and worldviews of people of world religions and cults. Here are some brief resource sheets to help you understand the religions of others.

The Qur’anic View of Jesus Christ

Posted on December 22, 2011 by triciascribner

THE QUR’ANIC VIEW OF JESUS CHRIST Southern Evangelical Seminary Tricia Scribner 2009             Historically orthodox Christianity has viewed Jesus Christ as God in the flesh (John 1:14). Conversely, Islam has historically viewed Jesus as merely a human, albeit unique, prophet … Continue reading →

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Roman Catholicism Fact Sheet

Posted on February 8, 2011 by triciascribner

Major World Religions Resource Sheet: Exploring Roman Catholicism   Founder: Catholics believe that Christ commissioned Peter as the first pope of the church. Locations: There are about 1 billion worldwide, with a focus within Latin America. Roman Catholicism is prominent … Continue reading →

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Islam Fact Sheet

Posted on February 8, 2011 by triciascribner

Major World Religions Resource Sheet: Exploring Islam “Islam” means “submission.” A Muslim is one who submits to Allah and to the teachings of the one true religion, Islam. Founder: Muslims believe that Muhammad, who lived in the 7th century AD, … Continue reading →

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Hinduism Fact Sheet

Posted on September 16, 2010 by triciascribner

World Religions Fact Sheet: Exploring Hinduism Hinduism is a religion practiced in many forms. Most Hindus do accept the Vedas as sacred writings, honor many deities, and most importantly, follow the caste system, a social class system that determines where … Continue reading →

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