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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 5) - Religion

Here, you will learn some English words related to Religion that are necessary for the Basic Academic IELTS exam.

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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 5)
faith
[noun]

strong belief in a particular god or religion

Ex: The preacher 's powerful sermon inspired a renewed sense faith among the congregation .
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belief
[noun]

a strong feeling of certainty that something or someone exists or is true; a strong feeling that something or someone is right or good

Ex: The team 's success was fueled by their belief in their ability to overcome challenges .
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God
[noun]

the supernatural being that Muslims, Jews, and Christians worship and believe to be the creator of the universe

Ex: The church is dedicated to the worship of God.
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goddess
[noun]

a female divine being worshipped in different religions

Ex: In some religions , people make offerings to honor goddesses.
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prayer
[noun]

the action of praying to God or other higher powers

Ex: Meditation can be a form prayer for some , offering a quiet space for reflection , connection , and spiritual communion .
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to respect and honor God or a deity, especially by performing rituals

Ex: The worship their god through daily prayers and ceremonies .
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temple
[noun]

a building used for worshiping one or several gods, used by some religious communities, especially Buddhists and Hindus

Ex: He made a pilgrimage to temple to fulfill a vow made to the deity .
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church
[noun]

a building where Christians go to worship and practice their religion

Ex: He volunteered at church's soup kitchen to help feed the homeless .
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burial
[noun]

the act of burying a dead body or the ceremony in which a dead body is buried

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divine
[Adjective]

originating from, relating to, or associated with God or a god

Ex: He prayed for divine guidance in making important life decisions.
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nun
[noun]

a member of a female religious group that lives in a convent

Ex: nun's habit and veil were symbols of her commitment to her religious community .
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theology
[noun]

the study of religions and faiths

Ex: He pursued a career theology to become a religious leader .
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prophet
[noun]

a person who speaks to God and leads people to do right things

Ex: Her interest in prophets led her to explore various religious texts.
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angel
[noun]

a spiritual and holy being with two white wings, believed to be a servant or agent of God

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Pope
[noun]

the person who leads the Roman Catholic Church

Ex: Pope issued an encyclical calling for action on climate change and social justice .
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clergy
[noun]

people who are officially chosen to lead religious services in a church or other religious institution

Ex: The church was filled clergy from different denominations .
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priest
[noun]

a man who is trained to perform religious ceremonies in the Christian Church

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miracle
[noun]

an occurrence or event that is impossible to be the work of a human being rather a supernatural power

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sin
[noun]

any act that goes against the law of God

Ex: The concept sin often plays a central role in discussions of morality .
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salvation
[noun]

the state in which a person or their spirit is delivered from their sins and saved by Christ

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penance
[noun]

a punishment imposed by a priest or oneself in order to express regret for the sins commited

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destiny
[noun]

the events or situations that are predetermined or inevitable for a person, often believed to be controlled by a higher power

Ex: He embraced destiny, ready for whatever lay ahead .
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afterlife
[noun]

a life that is believed to exist after death

Ex: In some religions , actions in this life determine one 's fate in afterlife.
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heaven
[noun]

the realm of God and angels where the believers are promised to reside

Ex: Legends speak of a paradise heaven, reserved for the righteous .
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hell
[noun]

the realm of Satan and the evil forces in which sinners suffer after death eternally

Ex: The teachings often emphasize the importance of repentance to hell.
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karma
[noun]

a belief that one will get the reward or face the consequences of one's good or bad actions

Ex: karma helps people make ethical choices and cultivate positive virtues .
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mosque
[noun]

a place of worship, used by Muslims

Ex: He listened to the imam 's sermon during the weekly Friday sermon at mosque.
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