Religious Symbols: An Introduction to Popular Religions of the World

Today, our world is a melting pot of religion, culture and languages. Religious respect and tolerance is essential for peaceful co-existence.

Activity staff can entertain, educate (themselves and others), and advocate for pluralism by introducing residents to the basics of exotic religions, and encourage discussion.

In this article we cover:

• The use of symbols in religion
• Tolerance through education
• Religious symbols and a brief description of their doctrines
• Religions covered:
  Roman Catholic – Judaism – Hinduism - Buddhism – Baha’i – Shintoism – Taoism - Islam - Lutheran - Seventh Day Adventist – Amish - Methodist – Presbyterian
• Places of Worship - large photos to print