What is the difference between a Monotheistic religion and a Polytheistic Religion?
Monotheistic religion belief in one god
Polytheistic Religion: belief in many gods
In Judaism, what is the name of the holy book?
Torah
IS HINDUISM A MONOTHESTIC OR POLYTHEISTIC RELIGION?
Hinduism is a monotheistic faith. Hindus believe there is one god, called Bhagwan in the Sanskrit language.
WHO IS THE FOUNDER OR BUDDHISM?
Siddhattha Gotama
Who was the founder?
Kong fu zi
Who is the founder of Christianity?
Jesus
What is the holy book of Islam?
Extra 500 points: What was the hijra and why was it significant?-
Qu’ran
Muhammed and his followed moved from mecca to medina for hope and freedom to practice their religion, this is known as the hijra-to fight
What are the sacred writings of Hinduism?
Rig Veda
WHAT DOES THE WORD BUDDHA MEAN?
IS BUDDHISM A MONOTHESTIC OR POLYTHESTIC RELIGION OR NEITHER?
enlighted one
neither /none of the above
What are the significant writings called?
the analects
What are Christians' significant writings?
Name Christian's place of worship.
holy bible
church
Name an important leader in Judaism.
Extra 200 points: What are the beliefs of Judaism?
Abraham, Moses
They believe in one god, they believe they are god chosen people
WHAT IS THE HINDU SYMBOL CALLED?
OM
Why did the founder create Buddhism?
He came from a rich family but he felt stressed because everyone around him was not at peace
Where is the origin of Confucianism( which country did it come from)?
China
What are the similarities between Christians and Jews?
both follow ten commandments
What Prophet is linked to Islam?
What are people called that practice Islam religion?
Muhammed
Muslims
WHAT DO HINDUS BELIEVE?
They believe that God is present everywhere and in everything in the universe. Hindus believe every living being has a soul.
Ex. They believe a cow is sacred, they do not eat beef
Elephant brings good luck
WHAT DOES THIS STATUE REPRESENT?
EXTRA 150 POINTS; WHAT IS NAME OF WHEEL?
PROTECTION from danger/overcome fear
dharma wheel/wheel of law
What are the beliefs in Confucius?
Social order to society in 5 relationships;
ruler to ruled
father to son
older brother to younger brother
husband to wife
friend to friend.
What are the differences between Christians and Jews?
In Judaism, the Hebrew bible doesn't include the new testament while Christians have both the old and new testament.
What are the most important laws called?
Give an example of one.
Ten Commandments
ex.
You shall not make or worship any idols.
You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God.
You shall remember and keep the Sabbath day holy.
Respect your father and mother.
You must not murder.
You must not take someone else's husband or wife.
You must not steal.
What is the meaning of a ghat?
Ghats are also used for cremation or the burning of the dead. Afterward, the ashes are put into the river. A ghat is a set of steps that leads to a river or pond.
What is dharma?
People see only what they want to see. People have their own viewpoints. Nothing is permanent. Nothing stays the same. People's experience is not quite perfect. People are always trying to fix those imperfect things. Even the most wonderful thing is a little bit flawed because we know that it cannot last forever.
Name one of the three things that Confucious believe should be practiced to have an ordered society.
Jen: human kindness should be shown towards one another
Li: proper etiquette should always be used
Filial piety: respect elders