Food and religious beliefs Flashcards
(81 cards)
What is the dietary law followed by Jews called?
Kashrut
True or False: Muslims can consume pork.
False
Fill in the blank: In Hinduism, certain foods are considered _____ and are avoided.
impure
What is the significance of fasting during Ramadan in Islam?
It is a time for spiritual reflection, prayer, and community.
Which religion prohibits the consumption of beef?
Hinduism
True or False: The concept of ‘halal’ refers to permissible foods in Islam.
True
What is the term for the ceremonial meal shared during Passover in Judaism?
Seder
Fill in the blank: In Buddhism, the principle of _____ encourages a vegetarian diet.
ahimsa
Which food is traditionally avoided during Lent by Christians?
Meat
What is the primary reason for dietary restrictions in many religions?
Spiritual purity and obedience to divine laws.
True or False: Sikhs are generally vegetarians.
True
What type of food must be avoided by adherents of Jainism?
All food that involves harm to living beings.
What is a common dietary restriction for Seventh-day Adventists?
Avoiding alcohol and caffeine.
Fill in the blank: The Islamic month of _____ involves fasting from dawn until sunset.
Ramadan
What does the term ‘kosher’ refer to?
Food that is prepared according to Jewish dietary laws.
Which religious holiday involves the breaking of a fast with a special meal?
Eid al-Fitr
True or False: Buddhists are required to follow a strict vegetarian diet.
False
What is the significance of the ‘Eucharist’ in Christianity?
It commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus with his disciples.
Which religion emphasizes the consumption of ‘pure’ foods?
Hinduism
Fill in the blank: Many Christians abstain from _____ during Lent.
meat
What is a common food ritual associated with the Jewish New Year?
Eating apples and honey.
True or False: In Islam, all seafood is considered halal.
False
What does ‘vegetarianism’ mean in the context of religious beliefs?
Abstaining from meat for spiritual or ethical reasons.
Which food is traditionally eaten during Diwali in Hinduism?
Sweets (like ladoos and barfis).