RELIGION 101
Which major world religion is based on the concept of reincarnation, where a soul is reborn until it reaches moksha, or spiritual liberation?
What is Hinduism?
Which Eastern religion is based on the teachings of Laozi and the belief in the Way (Tao) to harmony with the universe?
What is Daoism (Taoism)?
Which major Western religion teaches monotheism, the belief in one God, and holds the Bible as its sacred text?
What is Christianity?
What do Native American spiritual practices often emphasize about the relationship between humans and the natural world?
What is harmony and respect, seeing nature as sacred and interconnected with human existence?
Which religion's teachings heavily influenced the civil rights movement in the U.S., notably the work of Martin Luther King Jr.?
What is Christianity?
In Judaism, what is the covenant between God and the Jewish people, often seen as a promise to guide and protect them?
What is the Abrahamic covenant?
In Hinduism, what is the name of the god of destruction, who is part of the Trimurti, alongside Brahma (creator) and Vishnu (preserver)?
Who is Shiva?
In Islam, what are the Five Pillars of Faith, which serve as essential acts of worship and commitment for Muslims?
What are Shahada (faith), Salah (prayer), Zakat (charity), Sawm (fasting), Hajj (pilgrimage)?
Which new religious movement was founded in the 1930s and focuses on the worship of Haile Selassie, who is believed to be the messiah by followers?
What is Rastafarianism?
Buddhism teaches the importance of mindfulness. How is this practice being applied in modern Western society, especially in mental health?
What is mindfulness is used to reduce stress, improve focus, and enhance emotional well-being in therapy and everyday life?
Buddhism teaches the Four Noble Truths. What is the first truth that addresses the nature of suffering?
What is suffering (dukkha) is an inherent part of life?
Which ancient religious text is considered the holy book of Hinduism and contains teachings on duty (dharma) and spiritual wisdom?
What is the Bhagavad Gita?
In Judaism, what is the significance of the Torah, and how is it used in daily religious practice?
What is the Torah is the central religious text, containing the laws, stories, and teachings that guide Jewish life and worship?
What is the main belief in Scientology about the nature of the human mind and spiritual enlightenment?
What is Scientology teaches that humans are spiritual beings (thetans) capable of achieving enlightenment by overcoming mental barriers and past traumas (engrams)?
In Islam, how does the concept of Zakat encourage economic justice and social equality?
What is Zakat is the practice of giving a portion of one’s wealth to those in need, ensuring a fairer distribution of resources and reducing inequality?
In Christianity, who is considered the Son of God and central figure of the faith, believed to bring salvation to humanity?
Who is Jesus Christ?
What is the central philosophy of Buddhism that helps followers break free from suffering and find inner peace?
What is the Eightfold Path?
What is the meaning of the Last Supper in Christianity, and why is it so significant for followers of the faith?
What is the Last Supper represents the final meal of Jesus with his disciples, commemorating his sacrifice and the institution of the Eucharist?
What is the role of the shaman in many Native American traditions, and how does it relate to the spiritual well-being of the tribe?
What is the shaman acts as a spiritual healer, guide, and communicator with the spirit world, aiding in physical and spiritual healing.
How did Christianity influence the development of Western education, especially during the Middle Ages?
What is Christian monasteries were centers of learning, preserving knowledge and promoting education in the arts and sciences through religious institutions?
What religious symbol represents Islam, found on many mosques and often seen on flags around the world?
What is the crescent moon and star?
In Buddhism, what is the state of nirvana, and how does it differ from the Hindu concept of moksha?
What is nirvana is the state of enlightenment and liberation from suffering, while moksha is liberation from the cycle of rebirth in Hinduism?
What is the difference between Catholicism and Protestantism, two major branches of Christianity?
What is Catholicism emphasizes tradition and the authority of the Pope, while Protestantism stresses the individual’s direct relationship with God through the Bible?
What is the controversy around cults such as Jonestown (People's Temple), and how do they manipulate followers?
What is cults often manipulate followers by isolating them from the outside world, controlling their beliefs, and exploiting their emotional vulnerability, leading to mass control or tragedy (e.g., Jonestown massacre)?
How does Native American spirituality’s connection to land and environment influence modern environmental movements?
What is Native American traditions emphasize sacredness of the earth, advocating for sustainable living and respect for nature, influencing today’s environmental advocacy and conservation efforts?