World's Major Religions
Which Religion uses a zeon?
Orthodox (vessel used to hold hot water, which is added to the chalice by the priest just prior to communion)
Non-Sectarian, American Flag
The two cruets located on the small altar table in an Orthodox services are filled with what?
One is filled with water, one with wine.
T/F
Islam does not use liturgical vestments in the way many religions do.
True.
Instead, it has universal regulations governing dress. For example, all who enter a mosque must remove their footwear, and all individuals on a pilgrimage must wear the same habit, the hiram, and thus appear in holy places as a beggar.
Which religion has no centralized authorities, no class of clergymen, or
group of priests?
Islam
_____ are used in Buddhist services to announce; time of service, different phase of service, and aid in chants.
Gongs
The Crucifix is placed in what location on the alter and with the Corpus facing who?
Placed in the front center of the altar, facing the congregation. (Away from Chaplain)
What color robes are worn always by Theravada Buddhists?
Saffron (Orange)
Which Religion wears a Tallit and what is it?
Judaism, Prayer shawl worn by men on the Jewish Sabbath, holy days, and weekday morning services.
List the three main Orthodox Services
The Divine Liturgy, Great Vespers, and Matins.
What is the name of the 9 inch long pointer that is used to read Torah's and where are these both stored?
Yad, Both are stored in the Ark.
Which 2 Eucharistic Vestments are the color of the liturgical season?
Chasuble and Stole
The National Conference on Ministry to the Armed Forces (NCMAF) and the DoD recognizes how many Protestant denominations in the active duty chaplain roster.
Over 100 denominations
In the Islamic religion, what is the name of the leader who is the chief officer in the mosque?
Imam
The ______is a movable wall or screen placed in the sanctuary/chancel area. It is used to display icons
Iconostasis
The Buddhist String of beads the represent enlightenment and are used during meditation have how many beads?
108 beads
The Roman Catholic Missal is divided into two parts, what are they?
Sacramentary and the Lectionary
List at least 4 components used for the Protestant communion common cup
Options: Corporal, Chalice, Purificator, paten, large host, pall, chalice veil
T/F
All Chaplains use at a maximum, three candle sticks in their altar assembly.
False, Some chaplains may use six single candles, three on each side of the cross. Others may use a seven-branch candlestick or candelabrum on each side of the cross. Many chaplains will use only two candlesticks.
What is an Epigonation and where is it worn?
Piece of stiff material, about 12 x 10 inches, decorated with a cross. It is worn on the right hip by a priest.