This classical philosophy was based on belief that humans needed strict, clear rules because they are naturally short sighted.
What is legalism?
100
God delivered the Jewish people from captivity in this country.
What is Egypt?
100
This prophet's teachings were the basis of Zoroastrianism.
Who was Zarathustra/ Zoroaster?
100
In this new age "religion" it is thought that humans are immortal beings that have forgotten their powers. It is famously practiced by celebrities such as Tom Cruise.
What is scientology?
100
These sacred texts give us insight to ancient Indian culture and were handled only by Brahmin.
What are Vedas?
200
The Hindu belief that literal rebirth was possible after death is known as this
What is reincarnation?
200
Despite having a culture deeply rooted in polytheism, this empire has no lasting religion to come from it.
What is Greece?
200
This religion lacks a historical founder.
What is Hinduism?
200
Both of these popular book series are said to depict struggle between good and evil as taught in the Bible. The authors were both Christians and friends.
What are Lord of the Rings and The Chronicles of Narnia?
200
Before disappearing on his water buffalo, the founder of Daoism wrote this poetic volume.
What is Daodejing or The Way and Its Power?
300
Daoism most greatly differs from Confucianism in its focus on this instead of politics and society.
What is nature?
300
If you were a Brahmin in this country, you compiled and translated texts of your religion.
What is India?
300
He was an Athenian philosopher who's method included the constant asking of question until logic was found.
Who is Socrates?
300
This American technological innovator was an outspoken and practicing Buddhist before his death in 2011.
Who is Steve Jobs?
300
This Hindu text describes the ability of everyday people to achieve spiritual wealth by performing everyday duties.
What is the Bhagavad Gita?
400
In this religion, meditation and simple, moral living are thought to bring an end to suffering.
What is Buddhism?
400
Zoroastrianism is believed to have begun in this ancient empire.
What is Persia?
400
Also known as the Buddha.
Who is Siddhartha Gautama?
400
This book-turned- film features a woman on a journey in her Hindu faith as portrayed by real-life practicing Hindu, Julia Roberts.
What is Eat, Pray, Love?
400
This religious text speaks of Yahweh and his guidance of the Jewish people to the Promised Land.
What is the Hebrew Scripture/ Old Testament?
500
Education was believed to be key to moral betterment in this religion.
What is Confucianism?
500
This area remained traditionally Buddhist until another "more accessible" religion became more popular among the masses.
What is Asia? (China or India)
500
Known as the founding father of Daoism.
Who is Laozi?
500
After Pope Benedict XVI became the first pope to ever resign, this man became pope earlier this year.
Who is Pope Francis?
500
In this work, Plato describes the ideal form of ruling through a belief in logic and reason.