Comparative Religion Jeopardy

Christianity

100

This Christian holy book begins with the story of creation.

Genesis

200

How many disciples did Jesus have?

12

300

What are the three parts of the Trinity?

Father, Son, Holy Spirit

400

Name at least four of the disciples of Jesus Christ.

Peter, Andrew, James (Zebedee), John Philip, Bartholemew, Thomas, Matthew, James (Alphaeus), Thaddeus, Simon, Judas

500

DAILY DOUBLE: A single path that leads to the center and back out again is called what? (This path symbolizes the journey towards inner understanding, wholeness, or connection with the divine, followed by a return to the world with renewed insight)

Labyrinth

Islam

100

This is the required pilgrimage to Mecca for Muslims, performed once in a lifetime if possible.

Hajj

200

Muslims pray this number of times each day.

5

300

This is the holy month in which Muslims fast from dawn to sunset.

Ramadan

400

This is the key practice confirms Muslims in the faith, making it one of their Five Pillars.

Shahada (faith declaration)

500

What is the cube-shaped building in Mecca that Muslims face during prayer?

Kaaba

Buddhism

100

The law where actions influence future outcomes is known as what?

Karma

200

What is Buddha's actual name?

Siddhartha

300

In Buddhism, this is the root cause of suffering.

Desire

400

This is the spiritual goal in Buddhism, where one seeks to end suffering.

Nirvana

500

DAILY DOUBLE: What is a being who has achieved enlightment, but voluntarily delays entering nirvana?

Bodhisattva

Hinduism

100

This Hindu god is known as the "destroyer" of the universe.

Shiva

200

This holiday celebrates the triumph of light over darkness, with lots of fireworks and sweets.

Diwali

300

Hindus believe in this concept, which means being reborn into a new life after death.

Reincarnation

400

This festival is known for vibrant color and joyful celebrations.

Holi

500

DAILY DOUBLE: What is Ms. Hardy's favorite Hindu goddess called?

Kali

Judaism

100

This is the holy day for rest and reflection in Judaism.

Saturday (the Sabbath)

200

This Jewish holiday is focused on repentance and is one of the most sacred days.

Yom Kippur

300

This book is a key part of the Jewish faith and contains religious teachings.

The Torah

400

This is the Jewish covenant with God, highlighting the special relationship between God and the Jewish people.

Abrahamic Covenant

500

DAILY DOUBLE: What is a special plate that holds symbolic foods, each representing a different aspect of the Exodus story?

The Seder Plate