Religions: Universalizing vs. Ethnic

This video reviews the differences between ethnic and universalizing religions, focusing on their characteristics, holy days, holy sites, and diffusion methods. Ethnic religions, such as Judaism and Hinduism, are tied to specific cultures and diffuse slowly, while universalizing religions like Christianity and Islam seek converts and spread rapidly. The video also highlights examples of holy days and sites for each type of religion.

What is the primary focus of ethnic religions?

• To appeal to all people

• To seek converts actively

• To appeal to a specific group

• To spread rapidly

Which of the following is an example of an ethnic religion?

• Judaism

• Buddhism

• Islam

• Christianity

What are the holy days of ethnic religions usually based on?

• The cycle of the harvest

• The solar calendar

• The lunar calendar

• The life of the founder

How do ethnic religions typically spread?

• Rapid diffusion

• Relocation diffusion

• Contagious diffusion

• Hierarchical diffusion

Which of the following is a universalizing religion?

• Judaism

• Buddhism

• Sikhism

• Hinduism

What are the holy days of universalizing religions usually based on?

• The lunar calendar

• The cycle of the harvest

• Natural landmarks

• Important events in the founder's life

Which event does Christmas celebrate in Christianity?

• The birth of Buddha

• The birth of Moses

• The birth of Muhammad

• The birth of Jesus Christ

How do universalizing religions typically spread?

• By remaining near their place of origin

• By not seeking converts

• By hierarchical and contagious diffusion

• Only by relocation diffusion