Origins
Humanity has a long history involving belief systems. These systems have helped us understand the nature of our existence and the nature of human relationships. Many of these systems are influential in shaping our modern world, such Christianity, Judaism Islam, Islam, Daoism.
World religions have developed over time according to specific ecological conditions. Eurasian empire expansion and the development of urban elites were key factors in the spread world religions. The cults for relics, and those of elites, replaced the importance of self-regulation during this period.
Elements
Although belief systems differ in many ways, they all share certain elements. Cosmology, which describes how people describe the world around them as well as the forces at work therein, is one element. Many religions include some abstract ideas about supernatural powers. Some believe god exists while others do not.
Values
Global belief systems often promote prosociality and the golden rule for treating others well. These principles differ from those of archaic religions who promoted revenge and restricted human sociality. The majority of world religions are supportive of family values and deplore sexual promiscuity. Early Christians, for example, adopted this 'golden rule', which helped them distinguish themselves from pagans.
A belief system is a way of thinking that allows us to grapple with the ultimate questions. Theodicy was first coined by Max Weber in 1915. Theodicy, which is the study and analysis of the problem of good or evil, is why we have religion so much. This is how religious theodicies create a world that is meaningful for us.
Evolution
The concept of evolution is fundamental to most world religions. Teachers should not be against teaching evolutionary theory in public schools. However, they should acknowledge that evolution is a religious concept. Additionally, it supports a variety other religions. This is important because many religious beliefs are based upon scientific evidence. Scientific creationism is therefore incompatible with scientific methods.
Some people may find an evolutionary understanding of human origins to be enriching. They may ask questions such as "Where is God in this process?" Ask them questions such as, "Where is God involved in this process?". Or, "What does it really mean to be made after the likeness of God?" These are just two examples of the questions that come up when there are questions about evolution. These questions are part a more interactive approach towards religion and science than a separation approach.
Spread
The spread of world belief system is a phenomenon that has an impact on human culture. It started in some areas around 3,000 years ago. Afro-Eurasian communities began to form networks and many started to change their local belief systems to more universal beliefs. These ideas were accepted by everyone around the globe.
First belief systems imagined a world of spirits that was hidden from the eyes. These spirits could be attached to people or places, as well as objects. They had many powers over human life. These early beliefs were not religious, but covered the natural world as well as its many spirits. This is called animism.