Scholar Thought
What is the main belief of the 330 million/33 crore gods theory?
There is such a vast number of gods so that they can establish order in the world.
What type of theism is Hinduism?
Polytheism
Which God is considered the creator of the universe
Brahma
What is the main belief of the many deities, one ultimate reality school of thought?
What type of theism is Christianity?
Monotheism
Which God is considered to be the Destroyer
Shiva
According to the One Ultimate Reality school of thought, what are the four repeating ages/eras?
Satya Yuga (Golden Age), Treta Yuga (Silver Age), Dvapara Yuga (Bronze Age), Kali Yuga (Iron Age)
What do both Christians and Hindus believe is important part of achieving moksha/getting into heaven?
Worship of their God(s) or living an ethical life
Which God is considered to be the Preserver
Vishnu
From which text does the idea of there only being one Supreme Hindu God come from?
The Upanishads
What is Christianities version of the "Trimurti"
The Holy Trinity
How many avatars does Vishnu have?
10
According to Smartism thought, how would one achieve moksha?
Through realization that your atman and brahman are truly one
Name the Sacred Texts of Christianity and Hinduism
the Bible and the Vedas
What is the Trimurti?
The three main gods within Hinduism: Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva