Sacred Texts
God gave these to Moses on Mount Sinai, forming the moral foundation of Jewish and Christian law.
What are the Ten Commandments?
He led the Israelites out of Egypt in the Exodus.
Who is Moses?
This Byzantine church is famous for its massive dome and mosaics.
What is the Hagia Sophia?
This is the Jewish day of rest, beginning Friday evening.
What is the Sabbath?
This word means “anointed one” in Hebrew, referring to a future savior.
What is Messiah?
The first five books of the Hebrew Bible are called this.
What is the Torah?
This biblical figure endured suffering as a test of faith.
Who is Job?
A key feature of Islamic art, this type of writing decorates mosques and Qur’ans.
What is calligraphy?
The belief in one God, shared by Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
What is monotheism?
The Greek word meaning “Good News,” also the name for the four books about Jesus’ life.
What is Gospel?
Muslims believe the Qur’an was revealed to Muhammad by this angel.
Who is Gabriel?
This prophet is considered the final prophet in Islam.
Who is Muhammad?
The Dome of the Rock is located in this city.
What is Jerusalem?
The pilgrimage to Mecca that Muslims are expected to make once in their lifetime if able.
What is the Hajj?
This word means "agreement" and refers to a special relationship between God and the Israelites.
What is covenant?
The New Testament is primarily concerned with the life and teachings of this figure.
Who is Jesus Christ?
This emperor built the Hagia Sophia.
Who is Justinian I?
A semicircular niche in a mosque wall that indicates the direction of Mecca.
What is a mihrab?
The Christian ritual of eating bread and wine to remember Jesus’ sacrifice.
What is the Eucharist (Communion)?
These core duties form the foundation of Muslim life.
What are the Five Pillars?
This Byzantine emperor ordered the compilation of Roman law, later known as Corpus Juris Civilis.
Who is Justinian I?
This Byzantine empress was a powerful advisor and wife of Justinian I.
Who is Theodora?
These architectural features allow a round dome to be placed on a square base.
What are pendentives?
Byzantine worship centered on this branch of Christianity.
What is Eastern Orthodox Christianity?
A large oblong building or hall used for public functions in the Early Christian Church.
What are basilicas?