Judaism
This is the belief in only one God, a core foundation of Judaism that was later adopted by Christianity and Islam.
What is Monotheism?
Christianity is based on the life, teachings, and resurrection of this central figure.
Who is Jesus of Nazareth (Jesus Christ)?
People who practice the Islamic faith are known by this name.
What are Muslims?
Hinduism originated thousands of years ago in this modern-day country, where it is still the majority religion today.
What is India?
Buddhism was founded by Siddhartha Gautama, who later became known by this title, meaning the "Awakened One" or "Enlightened One."
Who is the The Buddha?
This holy text of Judaism.
What is the Torah?
This holy book of Christianity consists of two main sections: the Old Testament and the New Testament.
What is the Bible?
This is the holy book of Islam, believed to be the exact word of God as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.
What is the Quran?
This is the Hindu belief that a soul is reborn into a new body or form after death.
What is reincarnation?
The Buddha taught that in order to overcome desires and end suffering, a person must follow this "path" of right actions.
What is the Eightfold Path?
He is considered the "father" (patriarch) of the Jewish people and made the original covenant (promise) with God.
Who is Abraham?
Christians traditionally gather to worship and pray in this type of building.
What is a Church?
Located in modern-day Saudi Arabia, this is the holiest city in Islam and the birthplace of Muhammad.
What is Mecca?
In Hinduism, this is the concept that a person's good or bad actions in this life will affect their future lives.
What is karma?
The foundation of Buddhist teachings are these "Four Noble" realities about the nature of human suffering.
What are the Four Noble Truths?
According to Jewish tradition, these laws were given to Moses on Mount Sinai to guide morality and behavior.
What are the Ten Commandments?
God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
What is the Holy Trinity?
These five fundamental duties—which include declaration of faith, prayer, charity, fasting, and pilgrimage—are required of all believers.
What are the Five Pillars of Islam?
In Hinduism, doing the right thing and fulfilling your religious and moral duties is known by this 6-letter term.
What is Dharma?
The ultimate goal of Buddhism is to achieve this state of perfect peace and release from the cycle of rebirth.
What is Nirvana?
This weekly day of rest and prayer in Judaism begins at sundown on Friday.
What is the Sabbath (or Shabbat)?
This Holiday celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.
What is Easter?
This is the holy month in the Islamic calendar where followers fast from sunrise to sunset.
What is Ramadan?
Written in Sanskrit, this collection of ancient hymns and teachings makes up the oldest sacred texts of Hinduism.
What are the Vedas?
Both Hinduism and Buddhism believe in this endless cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.
What is Samsara?