World Religions: Encounters & Exchanges
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"...An ambiguous alliance between rulers and religion was a leading feature of this age. Official patronage of religious institutions – monasteries, temples, churches, mosques – benefitted ruler and religion alike. The relationship also limited arbitrary royal or imperial power by subordinating rulers to the same moral and religious roles as everyone else. Rulers protected religion, while religion lent legitimacy to the king..."
Key Terms
- Five World Religions
- Hinduism
- Buddhism
- Judaism
- Christianity
- Islam
- Missionary (Missionary Religion, Missionary Activity)
- Apostle Paul
- Edict of Milan
- Monotheism
- Syncretism
- Ascetic
- Sati
Guided Viewing Questions
- What factors contributed to the spread of world religions?
- What were the patterns of religious expansion?
- What are some characteristics that world religions share?