Religions of Our Diverse Community

Directions: Complete the following chart with the information you have gathered from all of your sources.

	Judaism	Christianity	Islam
In what geographic area did this religion begin?
How long ago did this religion begin?
Name at least one leader, but not more than five who helped establish this religion and tell what part they played in establishing this religion?
Name the most important writing(s) of this religion.
Describe three of the most important things you learned about this religion.
List and describe briefly two major events which demonstrate persecution, racism or discrimination against believers of this religion. One event must before before 1900 and one event after 1900.
Name people or organizations who through their act(s) of philanthropy helped the people of this religion and tell how they helped.
Describe what you would do if someone of this religion were discriminated against in your own community.