Symbols & Icons
Sacred Texts
Places of Worship
Founders & Figures
Holidays Around the World
100

This symbol is associated with Christianity and represents the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

What is the cross?

100

In Christianity, this book contains the Old and New Testaments.

What is the Bible?

100

A synagogue is a place of worship for followers of this faith.

What is Judaism?

100

He is the central figure in Christianity, believed to be the Son of God.

Who is Jesus Christ?

100

During Hanukkah, Jews light this special candle. What is it called?

What is the Shamash?

200

What ritual is performed by Muslims during the month of Ramadan?  

What is Fasting (Sawm)?

200

Muslims believe this holy book was revealed to Prophet Muhammad by the archangel Gabriel.

What is the Quran?

200

Buddhists gather in these structures for meditation and teachings.

What are Stupas?

200

Siddhartha Gautama is the founder of this religion.

What is Buddhism?

200

What is the significance of the festival of Eid al-Fitr in Islam?

Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is a celebration of breaking the fast.

300

In Hinduism, devotees engage in this practice of physical postures and breath control. What is it called?

What is Yoga?

300

Hindus follow a collection of sacred scriptures, including this ancient text.

What is the Vedas?

300

Muslims pray facing this holy city.

What is Mecca?

300

Prophet Muhammad is a key figure in this faith.

What is Islam?

300

What is the primary purpose of the Hindu festival Holi?

Celebrated as the festival of colors, it signifies the victory of good over evil and the arrival of spring.

400

In Sikhism, this symbol represents the oneness of God. What is it?

What is the Ik Onkar symbol?

400

What is the primary sacred text in Zoroastrianism?

What is the Avesta?

400

In Jainism, these structures are dedicated to achieving spiritual enlightenment. What are they?

What are Jain Temples?

400

Who is the founder of the Bahá'í Faith?

Who is Bahá'u'lláh?

400

What is the main purpose of the Buddhist festival of Vesak?

What is the celebration of the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha?

500

This symbol, associated with Buddhism, signifies enlightenment. What is it?

What is the Dharma Wheel?

500

This Taoist text emphasizes the way and its virtue. What is it called?

What is the Tao Te Ching?

500

What is the central gathering place for Sikhs called?

What is the Gurdwara?

500

In Jainism, these enlightened beings are considered spiritual teachers. What are they called?

What are Tirthankaras?

500

This Jewish holiday commemorates the miracle of the oil lasting eight days. What is it?  

What is Hanukkah?