HINDUISM
This term refers to the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.
What is samsara?
Buddhism was founded by this Indian prince who became the “Enlightened One.”
Who is Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha)?
Jainism emphasizes extreme respect for this, avoiding harm to any living being.
What is ahimsa (nonviolence)?
This Chinese philosopher taught the importance of order, respect, and moral behavior.
Who is Confucius?
This concept means “the Way,” the natural order of the universe.
What is the Tao (Dao)?
This is the sacred text of Judaism.
What is the Torah?
This sacred text, part of the Mahabharata, is a dialogue between Arjuna and Krishna.
What is the Bhagavad Gita?
These Four Noble Truths describe the reality of suffering and how to end it.
What are the Four Noble Truths?
The founders of Jainism are known by this title, meaning “spiritual conquerors.”
What are Tirthankaras?
Confucianism emphasizes respect for one’s parents and ancestors, known as this virtue.
What is filial piety?
This key symbol represents balance and harmony between opposites.
What is yin and yang?
The first covenant in Judaism was made between God and this patriarch.
Who is Abraham?
The three main Hindu deities are Brahma, Vishnu, and this destroyer god.
Who is Shiva?
This eight-step guide helps Buddhists achieve enlightenment.
What is the Eightfold Path?
This principle of aparigraha is defined as _________________, which guides Jains to avoid greed and desire.
non-attachment / non-possession / non-possessiveness
Confucius believed that rulers should lead by this, not by force.
What is virtue or moral example?
The founder of Taoism, believed to have written the Tao Te Ching, was this sage
Who is Laozi (Lao Tzu)?
This holiday celebrates the Israelites’ escape from slavery in Egypt.
What is Passover?
This concept of moral cause and effect determines one’s rebirth.
What is karma?
Buddhists seek to reach this state of perfect peace and freedom from suffering.
What is nirvana?
The 24th and most important Tirthankara, who revived Jain teachings, was this figure.
Who is Mahavira?
These five constant relationships form the foundation of Confucian social order.
What are ruler–subject, father–son, husband–wife, elder–younger brother, and friend–friend?
Taoists believe in living simply and following this principle of effortless action.
What is wu wei?
The Jewish place of worship is called this.
What is a synagogue?
The ultimate goal of Hinduism, liberation from the cycle of rebirth, is called this.
What is moksha?
Buddhism teaches that life’s __________________________ is caused by desire and attachment, as explained in this core teaching.
What is suffering?
What diet do Jains follow?
What is vegetarianism?
This text, compiled by Confucius’s followers, contains many of his teachings.
What is The Analects?
The Tao Te Ching teaches that wisdom comes from this — not rigid control.
What is harmony with nature or letting things flow naturally?
This movement emphasizes a single, all-powerful God and moral responsibility.
What is monotheism?