PROPHETIC -- religions based upon the worship of a higher power (God, Allah, Yahweh). These religions believe that a higher power revealed himself/herself to chosen people throughout the world who became PROPHETS (spokesperson for God). These religions place high importance on how one worships and participates in their faith. ex. Christianity, Islam, Judaism
MYSTICAL -- these religions either do not believe in a higher power or do not place as much emphasis on it. Instead they live their lives following a specific code of ethics and/or actions. These religions place high importance on how one acts in life. These religions often have "guides" who help people along on their faith journey.