Vocabulary
The principle of cause and effect where actions lead to consequences
Karma
Holi, Christmas, and Shabbat
These are all examples of...
Religious holidays
1. All existence is suffering and pain. Our lives are a struggle, and we do not find ultimate happiness or satisfaction in anything we experience. This is the problem of existence.
2. The cause of suffering is craving and wanting. The actual root of our difficulties is to be found in the mind itself.
3. The cessation of suffering comes with the cessation of craving. As we are the ultimate cause of our difficulties, we are also the solution. We cannot change the things that happen to us, but we can change our responses.
Based on the text, what is the cause of human suffering?
Wanting objects and power
These two religions believe in a cycle of life, death, and rebirth, known as samsara.
What are Hinduism and Buddhism?
The difference between monotheism and polytheism is...
Monotheism means believing in one god, but polytheism means believing in many gods
Hindus believe that if you follow your _____________, this will lead you to enlightenment and good karma.
Dharma - following your path in life
1. All existence is suffering and pain. Our lives are a struggle, and we do not find ultimate happiness or satisfaction in anything we experience. This is the problem of existence.
2. The cause of suffering is craving and wanting. The actual root of our difficulties is to be found in the mind itself.
3. The cessation of suffering comes with the cessation of craving. As we are the ultimate cause of our difficulties, we are also the solution. We cannot change the things that happen to us, but we can change our responses.
This text is most likely related to the religion of...
Buddhism
These religions believe in one God.
What are Judaism and Christianity or Islam?
The act when Muslims make a pilgrimage to Mecca and wear white to show equality.
Hajj
In the religion of Islam, Muhammad is believed to be a prophet because he...
Heard messages from God and then shared then with others
Brahma, Shiva and Vishnu. Source: Hindu Gods Text (adapted)
Brahma's job was creation of the world and all creatures. Vishnu’s job is to protect the universe and Shiva’s job is to destroy it. Although Shiva is called “the destroyer,” he is viewed as a positive force. Much like a forest fire can clear the way for new growth, followers of this religion believe that Shiva destroys and transforms so that the universe can be reshaped in new and beneficial forms. Destruction can be useful if it leads to beneficial change. Destruction is not random, it is constructive.
According to the text, Shiva’s ability to destroy the world is considered a positive because...
So that the world can be reshaped and made better.
The three religions, Judaism, Christianity and Islam, all have sacred religious sites located in this ancient city...
Jerusalem
An obligatory annual charity where Muslims donate 2.5% of their surplus wealth to those in need, purifying their assets and supporting the community.
One of the 5 Pillars: Zakat
The Ten Commandments. Source: Exodus, Old Testament
1. I am The Lord your God
2. You shall have no other gods to rival me
3. You shall not misuse the name of The Lord your God
4. Remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy
5. Honor your father and your mother
6. You shall not kill
7. You shall not commit adultery
8. You shall not steal
9. You shall not give false evidence against your neighbor
10. You shall not covet
These laws are important to which two religions?
Judaism - Jewish people
Christianity - Christians
Brahma, Shiva and Vishnu. Source: Hindu Gods Text (adapted)
Brahma's job was creation of the world and all creatures. Vishnu’s job is to protect the universe and Shiva’s job is to destroy it. Although Shiva is called “the destroyer,” he is viewed as a positive force. Much like a forest fire can clear the way for new growth, followers of this religion believe that Shiva destroys and transforms so that the universe can be reshaped in new and beneficial forms. Destruction can be useful if it leads to beneficial change. Destruction is not random, it is constructive.
Based on the text, Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva are three...
Hindu gods
These two religions believe in a form of afterlife and the importance of following rules to live a moral life.
What are Christianity and Judaism?
The difference between reincarnation and resurrection is...
Reincarnation is coming back to life in a different body; resurrection is coming back to life in the same body
In Buddhism, what is the cause of human suffering?
Wanting objects (material possessions) and power
Text from "Letter from Mecca"
..."There were tens of thousands of pilgrims, from all over the world. They were of all colors, from blue eyed blonds to black skin Africans. But we were all participating in the same rituals, displaying a spirit of unity and brotherhood that my experiences in America had lead me to believe never could exist between the white and non-white."
In what way does Malcolm X's description of Hajj promote unity?
It promotes unity because he describes Mecca as a place where people from all races and backgrounds can come together and experience equality.
This religion teaches that all people are equal and does not have a caste system; while this religion firmly believes in the caste system and believes people will achieve enlightenment by following their dharma.
what is Buddhism and Hinduism