World Religion Powerpoint

Due May 7th (posted on 4-23-25)

This is on the religion you drew out of the basket (each person has a different religion assigned to them) If you forgot yours, I have the list.

Basic Structure & Requirements

1. Title Slide

• Name of religion

• Your name(s)

• Date

• Class/teacher

2. Origins & History

• When and where it was founded

• Founder(s) or key figures

• Historical context and major events

3. Sacred Texts & Writings

• Name of holy books or scriptures

• Importance and key teachings

• Language originally written in (optional)

4. Core Beliefs & Teachings

• Beliefs about god(s), life, afterlife

• Core values or principles (e.g. karma, salvation)

• Any major philosophies or doctrines

5. Practices & Rituals

• Daily/weekly rituals (prayer, fasting, etc.)

• Holidays and festivals

• Ceremonies (birth, marriage, death, etc.)

6. Places of Worship

• What they are called (church, mosque, temple, etc.)

• Important architecture or symbolism

• Worship practices there

7. Symbols & Art

• Common symbols and what they mean

• Religious art or iconography

8. Geographic Spread

• Where it is practiced today

• Number of followers worldwide

9. Modern Issues & Influence

• How it influences modern society/culture/laws

• Any current issues or controversies

• Interactions with other religions

10. Fun Facts / Myths

• Unique or surprising facts

• Common misconceptions (optional)

11. Citations / Sources

• List of sources used (books, websites, etc.)

Extra Tips

• Visuals matter: Use images, maps, or charts.

• Keep it readable: Bullet points, not big paragraphs.

• Practice talking through slides: Don’t just read them word-for-word.