Hinduism
Is Hinduism Monotheistic or Polytheistic?
Hinduism is Polytheistic because they have multiple different Gods.
What does Nirvana mean?
Nirvana is a state of enlightenment that releases one from suffering
What is the name of a Jewish place of worship?
A synogogue
What is the sacred text of Christianity called?
The Bible
What are people who believe in Islam called?
People who believe in Islam are called Muslims
What is Karma?
The law of cause and effect. Hindus believe that for every good action you take, there will be positive consequences and for every bad action you take there will be negative consequences.
Who was The Buddha?
The Buddha, also known as Siddhartha Gautama, was a Hindu prince who renounced his position and wealth to seek spiritual enlightenment. He founded the religion of Buddhism.
What is the day of rest and worship in Judaism called?
Shabbat or Sabbath
Why do Christians believe that Jesus is important?
They believe that he is the son of God and part of the holy trinity.
Who is the founder and final prophet of Islam?
Muhammad
What are the sacred texts of Hinduism called?
The Vedas
What is the sacred text for Buddhism?
What is the Sacred Text of Judaism called?
The Written Torah, or the Tanakh.
What holiday celebrates the ressurection of Jesus?
Easter
What is the sacred text of Islam?
The sacred text of Islam is called the Qur'an.
What is the ultimate goal of life according to Hinduism?
The ultimate goal of Hinduism is to break the cycle of reincarnation by earning good karma to reach Moshka (becoming one with the divine).
What is the Eightfold Path?
The Eightfold Path is the Buddha's guide to end suffering and reach nirvana. It teaches people to live wisely, ethically, and mindfully.
What does the word "Kosher" mean in Jewish tradition?
Food that is prepared and eaten according to Jewish dietary laws
What are the two main parts of the bible?
The Old Testament and the New Testament.
What does Hajj mean?
Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam that involves making a Pilgimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia. Every Muslim that is physically and financially able is expected to do it at least once in their lifetime.
Who are Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva?
Brahma- the god of creation, knowledge, and the Vedas
Vishnu- the god of preservation who preserves and protects the cosmic law and moral order
Shiva- the god of destruction who destroys ignorance illusion and ego to open a path for renewal and growth
What is Bodh Gaya?
Bodh Gaya is the place where Gautama Buddha is said to have achieved enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree.
What is the Covenant (special agreement) that Abraham made with God?
That the Jewish people would follow His laws in return for protection and blessings
Why was Jesus killed?
Jewish leaders accused Jesus of blasphemy as he called himself the son of God and challenged the authority of the Pharisees which Roman authorities, under Pontious Pilate, felt might disrupt the peace.
What is Ramadan?
The holy month of fasting in Islam where Muslims abstain from food and drinks during daylight hours.