LITARTS_Biblical and theological perspectives on the art and worship.

the Catholic Church

• Believes in one infinite and almighty God, manifest as the Holy Trinity (three divine persons).

• Holds that God created all things, including the heavens, the earth, and humanity.

• Affirms the eternal life of the soul, with rewards for good conduct (heaven) and punishment for evil (Hell) based on earthly actions.

BAPTISM

• Emerged in early Christianity.

• Initially debated among leaders.

• Linked to Old Testament circumcision.

• Associated with the removal of original sin.

• Official practice by the fifth century.

CONFIRMATION

• Originates from Pentecost.

• Connected to the Holy Spirit's descent upon the apostles.

• Symbolized by tongues of fire.

• Signifies the empowerment of individuals to become perfect Christians.

THE EUCHARIST

• The Sacrament-sacrifice of the body and blood of Christ. (Mass)

PENANCE

• Administered by priests as representatives of God.

• Forgives sins committed after baptism.

• Requires sincere confession and true penitence from individuals.

MATRIMONY

• Involves a man and woman binding themselves for life in lawful marriage.

• Aimed at the propagation of the human race.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK

• Also known as Extreme Unction.

• Administered to those in danger of death from sickness or accident.

• Provides spiritual healing to the soul and, at times, physical healing to the body.

HOLY ORDERS

• Continues Christ's Priesthood on earth.

• Empowers priests with the ability to offer sacrifice and forgive sins.

• Includes the grace to use this power faithfully.

• Administered by a bishop.

Church of Immaculate Conception

located in Batangas City

taal Church

located in Batangas City

Malolos Cathedral

located in Bulacan

Arayat Church

located in Pampanga

Magalang Church

located in Pampanga

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the Islam

• Meaning: "Surrender, submission, commitment, and peace."

• Definition: Path to peace through voluntary submission to divine will.

• Beliefs:

  • Monotheistic faith in one God (Allah).

  • Shared history with Judaism and Christianity.

• Prophets:

  • All preached belief in one God and kindness.

  • Muhammad, born around 570 CE, is the last prophet.

• Revelation:

  • Muhammad received messages from God through the angel Jibril (Gabriel).

  • Emphasized worshiping one God and righteous living.

six major beliefs

• Monotheism:

  • Belief in one God (Allah).

• Angels:

  • Belief in the existence of angels.

• Holy Books:

  • Belief in holy books sent to prophets, including Torah (Moses), Bible (Jesus), and Qur'an (Muhammad).

• Prophets:

  • Belief in all prophets, including Noah, Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad.

  • Jesus is acknowledged but not considered the Son of God.

• Day of Judgment:

  • Belief in the Day of Judgment and life after death.

  • Good deeds bring believers closer to God.

• Divine Decree:

  • God is all-powerful, but humans have freedom to choose.

  • Everyone will be questioned about their actions in this life.

Five Pillars of Islam

1. Shahadah (Declaration of Faith)

2. Salat (Ritual Prayer)

3. Zakah (Alms Tax)

4. Sawm (Fasting)

5. Hajj (Pilgrimage)

Shahadah (Declaration of Faith)

Declaration that there is no god except Allah, and Muhammad is His messenger.

Salat (Ritual Prayer)

Five daily prayers performed facing Mecca.

Zakah (Alms Tax)

Giving 2.5% of wealth to the poor and needy.

Sawm (Fasting)

• Fasting during daylight hours in the month of Ramadan.

• Reflects on gratitude and equality with the poor.

Hajj (Pilgrimage)

• Making a pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in a lifetime.

• The Ka'bah, believed to be built by Ibrahim and his son, is a sacred place restored by Muhammad.

AL-DAHAB MOSQUE

Largest mosque in Metro Manila, known as the Golden Mosque, featuring colored tiles and stained glass. Built during the dictatorship era as a gift for Muammar al-Gaddafi.

GRAND MOSQUE OF COTABATO

Second-largest mosque in the Philippines, officially named Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mosque, located in Cotabato City. Accommodates 15,000 people. Largest mosque in the Philippines is Marawi Grand Mosque, with three floors, a basement, 9,434 sq meters floor area, and a capacity for 20,000 worshipers.

MARAWI GRAND MOSQUE

Marawi Grand Mosque, captured by ISIL-affiliated Maute group militants during the siege of Marawi in May 2017. Philippine government forces later regained control, but the mosque and other structures sustained heavy damage during the battle.

KAUM PURNAH MOSQUE

Oldest mosque in Basilan Island, painted white with a minaret featuring yellow colors on the upper half.

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