Unit 4 (Judaism)
Why is the covenant significant to Judaism?
It establishes 3 promises (land, descendants & blessings) to all followers & creates the core connection to God.
Which event was more significant to the spread of Christianity = life & actions of Paul OR Emperor Constantine converting to the faith.
Appropriately supported answers for each COULD be correct!
What is the hijrah? Why is it an important event in the origins of Islam?
Explains the journey Muhammad took from Mecca to Yathrib (Medina) to escape persecution in Mecca
Signifies the transition from a small sect to a major religion
The oil was only supposed to last one night, however the oil in the Temple lasted how many nights leading Jews to celebrate Hanukkah for that period of time?
What is eight (8)
How many surahs were revealed in Makkah (Mecca)?
(a) 86
(b) 28
(c) 14
(d) 135
What is 86
How does Judaism view Jesus?
He is a "false" Messiah and not the Son of God; he is simply a Jewish teacher.
This prophet urged the Israelites to turn away from idolatry & injustice and stressed a new covenant through Jesus.
Who is the Prophet Jeremiah
Name & describe four of the Six Articles of Faith within Islam
(1) Belief in the Oneness of God (Tawhid)
(2) Belief in the Angels
(3) Belief in the Revealed Books
(4) Belief in the Prophets
(5) Belief in the Day of Judgement
(6) Belief in Divine Decree
Which book of the Bible comes right before Acts?
(a) Ephesians
(b) John
(c) Hebrews
(d) James
What is (d) James
What is the Islamic sermon delivered during Friday prayer?
(a) Tilawa
(b) Tarteel
(c) Khutbah
(d) Tajwid
What is (c) Khutbah
What is a bar/bat mitzvah and why is it significant in Judaism?
It is the coming of age ceremony for boys (13) and girls (12), where they are full members of the faith & can participate in all religious activities.
These events during Easter week celebrate the "last supper" of Jesus & commemorate his crucifixion.
What is Maundy Thursday and Good Friday
What is an imam & a muezzin?
Imam = Leader of congregational prayer in a mosque
Muezzin = an official at a mosque who proclaims the adhan (call to prayer) five times daily from the minaret.
Also known as the Feast of Tabernacles, what week-long Jewish holiday starts five days after Yom Kippur and involves dwelling in a foliage-covered booth?
What is Sukkot
What is the first chapter in the Qur'an?
(a) Al-Kafirun
(b) Al-Falaq
(c) Fatihah
(d) Al-Masad
What is (c) Fatihah
What are the kosher rules for fish? Provide 2 examples of kosher fish.
To be kosher the fish must have fins and scales!
Kosher fish = bass, trout, salmon, carp, etc.
Explain the Christian concepts of the Trinity, Second Coming of Christ and the importance of Baptism and the Eucharist
Trinity =
Second Coming of Christ =
Baptism =
Eucharist =
What is the Kaaba? Who is believed to have built this structure and why?
holiest site in Islam, located at the center of the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca ("House of God")
Built by Abraham & Ishmael
Name one of the tax collectors that Jesus knew
Who is Zacchaeus or Matthew
Which Islamic movement was adopted by the House of Saud in 1744?
(a) Wahhabi
(b) Barelvi
(c) Mahdavia
(d) Salafism
What is (a) Wahhabi
Describe the Jewish belief in a Messiah and provide 2 criteria for that person.
Jewish people believe a human ruler will one day arrive (hasn't yet) to rule Earth and create peace.
To be the Messiah, one must: have lineage through David, be human (not divine), rebuild Jewish Temple, etc.
What makes Christianity a universalizing faith? Provide & fully explain 3 reasons/examples.
Focus on the universal human condition of sin & redemption
Great Commission = mandate found in Gospel of Matthew where Jesus instructs followers to "go make disciples of all nations."
Ease of conversion
What is the main reason for the Sunni/Shia split? Include specific individuals in your response.
Sunni = Believe leadership should pass to those best suited to follow the Prophet's example (supported Abu Bakr, Muhammad's close friend)
Shia = Believe leadership should remain within the Prophet's family, specifically with his cousin (Ali ibn Abi Talib)
What word of Romanian origin refers to the highly seasoned smoked beef, typically served in thin slices, that is associated with Jewish cuisine.
What is pastrami
What is the night prayer in Islam called?
(a) Fajr
(b) Dhuhr
(c) Asr
(d) Tahajjud
What is (d) Tahajjud