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What are the Christian views about life after death?
Belief in heaven and hell, resurrection of the body, eternal life.
Christianity emphasizes salvation and judgment after death.
What are the Muslim views about life after death?
Belief in judgment day, paradise (Jannah) and hell (Jahannam), resurrection of the body.
Islam teaches that actions in life determine one’s afterlife.
What do Hindus believe happens after death?
Reincarnation, karma influences future lives, moksha (liberation from the cycle).
Hindu beliefs focus on the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.
What are the Buddhist views about life after death?
Rebirth based on karma, nirvana as the ultimate goal, cessation of suffering.
Buddhism teaches that attachment leads to suffering and rebirth.
What are non-religious views on what happens when a person dies?
Belief in no afterlife, focus on the physical body ceasing to exist.
Atheism and secular humanism often reject the concept of an afterlife.
What is the role of prophets in Judaism?
Messengers of God, guide the Jewish people, convey divine messages.
Prophets are central to Jewish history and religious teachings.
Name some prophets in Judaism.
- Moses
- Abraham
- Isaiah
- Jeremiah
These prophets played key roles in Jewish tradition and scripture.
What is Shabbat?
The Jewish Sabbath, a day of rest and worship from Friday evening to Saturday evening.
Shabbat commemorates God’s day of rest after creation.
What does Pesach (Passover) celebrate?
The Exodus of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt.
Pesach is a major Jewish holiday with rich historical significance.
What foods are eaten during Pesach and their symbolism?
- Matzah (unleavened bread) - symbolizes haste of the Exodus
- Maror (bitter herbs) - symbolizes the bitterness of slavery
The Seder plate includes various symbolic foods.
What does Rosh Hashanah celebrate?
The Jewish New Year, marking the beginning of the High Holy Days.
Rosh Hashanah is a time for reflection and repentance.
What foods are eaten during Rosh Hashanah and their symbolism?
- Apples and honey - symbolize a sweet new year
- Round challah - symbolizes the cycle of the year
Traditional foods reflect themes of renewal and sweetness.
What are some key differences between Reform and Orthodox Judaism?
- Approach to Jewish law: Reform is more flexible, Orthodox adheres strictly
- Gender roles: Reform often promotes equality, Orthodox maintains traditional roles
These differences impact worship practices and community structure.
What are Jewish dietary laws?
Kashrut, which includes rules about permitted and forbidden foods, and the separation of meat and dairy.
Observing dietary laws is a significant aspect of Jewish life.
What are the different deities in Hinduism?
- Brahma - the creator
- Vishnu - the preserver
- Shiva - the destroyer
These deities represent different aspects of the divine in Hindu belief.
What is the Trimurti in Hinduism?
The triad of three principal gods: Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva.
The Trimurti illustrates the cyclical nature of the universe in Hindu philosophy.
What does Diwali celebrate?
The victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil.
Diwali is known as the Festival of Lights and is widely celebrated in Hindu culture.
What is karma in Hinduism?
The law of cause and effect, where a person’s actions influence their future lives.
Karma plays a crucial role in the cycle of reincarnation.
