Religions Flashcards

(20 cards)

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What is the central belief of Buddhism regarding suffering?

A

The central belief is that suffering is inherent in life and can be overcome through the Eightfold Path.

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Which Hindu text is considered the most important scripture?

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The Bhagavad Gita.

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True or False: Islam is a monotheistic religion.

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True.

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Fill in the blank: The founder of Confucianism is ______.

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Confucius.

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What are the Five Pillars of Islam?

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The Five Pillars are Shahada (faith), Salah (prayer), Zakat (charity), Sawm (fasting), and Hajj (pilgrimage).

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What does the term ‘Dharma’ refer to in Hinduism?

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Dharma refers to the moral law combined with spiritual discipline that guides one’s life.

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Who is considered the ‘Buddha’?

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Siddhartha Gautama.

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Multiple Choice: What is the holy book of Christianity? A) Quran B) Bible C) Vedas D) Tao Te Ching

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B) Bible.

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What is the ultimate goal of Buddhism?

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Nirvana, which is the liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth.

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True or False: In Confucianism, filial piety is a key virtue.

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True.

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What is the concept of ‘Karma’ in Hinduism?

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Karma is the law of moral cause and effect, where a person’s actions influence their future.

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Fill in the blank: The Islamic month of fasting is called ______.

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Ramadan.

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What are the main branches of Christianity?

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The main branches are Catholicism, Protestantism, and Orthodoxy.

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What is the significance of the Four Noble Truths in Buddhism?

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They outline the nature of suffering and the path to its cessation.

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Multiple Choice: Which festival is known as the Festival of Lights in Hinduism? A) Diwali B) Holi C) Navratri D) Pongal

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A) Diwali.

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What does ‘Sharia’ refer to in Islam?

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Sharia refers to the Islamic law derived from the Quran and Hadith.

17
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What is the core teaching of Confucianism regarding society?

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The core teaching emphasizes the importance of proper relationships and social harmony.

18
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True or False: The concept of Trinity is central to Islam.

19
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What is ‘Zen’ in Buddhism?

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Zen is a school of Mahayana Buddhism that emphasizes meditation and direct experience.

20
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Fill in the blank: The religious leader of Islam is called a ______.