Roman Catholicism, Eastern Orthodox Christianity, and Protestantism
What are the three dominant Christian branches?
100
He received God's earliest covenant that started the Jewish religion.
Who is Abraham?
100
Islam's founder who was neither a savior nor a Messiah, but rather a prohet whom God delivered His message.
Who is Mohammed?
100
The common Hindu scriptures.
What are the Vedas, the Epics, and the Bhagavata Purana?
100
He became known as Buddha.
Who is Siddhartha Gautama?
200
The largest number of people adhering to one Christian faith in the U.S.
Who are Roman Catholics?
200
The laws governing the use of animal foods.
What is Kashrut?
200
The most sacred writings of Islam.
What is Qur'an?
200
Not to make humans perfect beings or life a heaven on Earth, but to make humans one with the Universal Spirit or Supreme Being.
What is the goal of Hinduism?
200
The Four Noble Truths, and the Noble Eightfold Path.
Where are the basic teachings of Buddha found?
300
In this branch of the religion, the main differences are the interpretation of the Trinity, the use of unleavened bread, the celibacy of the clergy, and the position of the pope.
What is Eastern Orthodox Christianity?
300
The day of rest that is observed shortly before sundown on Friday until nightfall on Saturday.
What is the Sabbath?
300
Their one true God.
Who is Allah?
300
Their one Supreme Being.
Who is Brahaman?
300
A state of calm insight, passionlessness, and wisdom.
What is Nirvana?
400
This branch went through a religious movement known as Reformation.
What is Prostestantism?
400
This Jewish holiday is considered the start of their New Year.
What is Rosh Hashanah?
400
When the end of Ramadan is celebrated by a feast and the giving of alms.
What is the Feast of Fast Breaking, or Eid al-Fitr?
400
The world passes through repeating cycles.
What is the Hindu belief?
400
A time for worshippers to bring gifts of food or articles of clothing to the monks.
What is the first day of retreat?
500
This religion believes that God reveals himself and his will through his apostles and prophets.
Who are Mormans?
500
In this holiday, you cannot eat meat or milk.
What is Passover?
500
When Muslims are advised against eating more than two-thirds of their capacity and sharing food is recommended.
What is Halal, or Islamic Dietary Law?
500
Purity, self control, detachment, truth, and non-violence.
What are the Principles of Hinduism?
500
The holiday in April or May when they honor the Buddha.