Shinto has the largest following in which modern nation?
Japan
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Where did Hinduism and Buddhism originate?
India
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In traditional Chinese culture, which philosophy had the greatest influence on the development of social order and political organization?
Confucianism
100
Who is the founder of Christianity?
Jesus of Nazareth
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What is the Koran?
The holy book of Islam
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Is Animism a monotheistic belief system?
No
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According to the Buddhist religion, how can one earn salvation?
By learning to give up selfish desires.
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According the teachings of Confucius, the key to the successful organization of society is that...
Individuals should know and do what is expected of them.
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What is the Torah?
The holy book of Judaism
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Who is the founder of Islam?
Mohammed
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What is the name given to the spirits that inhabit the Earth and heavens by followers of Shinto?
Kami
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What is reincarnation?
Belief that one is reborn after death.
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What does the Yin Yang symbol represent to Taoists?
Light and dark - showing the harmony of the two forces.
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How are Eastern Orthodoxy, Roman Catholicism, and Protestantism most similar?
All are branches of Christianity.
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What is the Hegira?
The flight of Mohammed from Mecca to Medina in 622 CE.
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What belief are the traditional animistic beliefs in Africa, Asia, and Latin America based upon?
An appreciation of the spirits of nature.
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What are the Four Noble Truths?
1. Life is full of pain and suffer. 2. Human desire causes this suffering. 3. By putting an end to desire, one can end suffering. 4. Humans can end desire by following the Eightfold Path.
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Identify the founder of Taoism and the founder of Confucianism using their Chinese names.
Toaism - Lao Tze, Confucianism - Kong Fu Zi
400
What is the Diaspora?
The forced dispersion of Jews from Israel by the Romans. This resulted in the spread of Jews and Judaism throughout the world.
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What is a hajj?
The pilgrimage to Mecca all Islams must make in their lifetime.
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How was the Shinto faith changed by World War Two?
The emperor was no longer considered a descendant of the Sun Goddess. Emperor Hirohita renounced his divinity and political authority.
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According to Hinduism, how can one achieve moksha?
Moksha is ending the cycle of reincarnation. They must follow their dharama (duty) by living out their caste.
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What are the Five Relationships that help everyone know their place in society?
1. Ruler to ruled. 2. Father to son. 3. Older brother to younger brother. 4. Husband to wife. 5. Friend to friend.
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Provide two reasons why Moses is considered one of the founders of Judaism.
According to the Jewish religion, he led the Jews from enslavement in Egypt and also brought the Ten Commandments down from Mount Sinai.
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What are the Five Pillars of Islam?
1. Confession of Faith. 2. Prayer. 3. Chairty. 4. Fasting during Ramadan. 5. Hajj (pilgrimage) to Mecca.