R.P.E Flashcards
Christianity and Buddhisum (27 cards)
What is the central event of Christianity that symbolises Jesus’s victory over death?
The resurrection of Jesus.
True or False: The resurrection of Jesus is celebrated on Easter.
True.
Fill in the blank: Christians believe that Jesus was crucified, died, and __________ on the third day.
rose again.
What are the four Gospels that recount the life and resurrection of Jesus?
Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following events occurred after Jesus’s resurrection? A) Ascension B) Baptism C) Sermon on the Mount
A) Ascension.
What is the significance of the resurrection in Christian theology?
It signifies the promise of eternal life and the defeat of sin and death.
Who were the first to discover the empty tomb of Jesus?
Women, specifically Mary Magdalene and others.
True or False: The resurrection of Jesus is considered a myth by most historians.
False.
What is the term used for the belief in the resurrection of the body at the end of time?
Resurrection of the dead.
In Buddhism, what is the ultimate goal of life?
Nirvana.
Fill in the blank: The Buddha taught that suffering is caused by __________.
desire.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is one of the Four Noble Truths? A) Life is suffering B) The world is perfect C) Desire is good
A) Life is suffering.
True or False: Buddhism emphasizes the importance of faith in a deity.
False.
What is the Eightfold Path in Buddhism?
A guide to ethical and mental development with the goal of freeing the individual from attachments and delusions.
Who is considered the founder of Buddhism?
Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha.
What is the concept of ‘karma’ in Buddhism?
The law of moral cause and effect.
True or False: The concept of rebirth in Buddhism is similar to resurrection in Christianity.
False.
What are the three jewels of Buddhism?
The Buddha, the Dharma (teachings), and the Sangha (community).
Fill in the blank: The practice of meditation in Buddhism is primarily aimed at achieving __________.
mindfulness and insight.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a branch of Buddhism? A) Theravada B) Mahayana C) Zoroastrianism
C) Zoroastrianism.
What is the meaning of ‘Dharma’ in Buddhism?
The teachings of the Buddha.
What is the significance of the Bodhi tree in Buddhism?
It is the tree under which Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment.
True or False: The Christian concept of salvation is similar to the Buddhist concept of enlightenment.
False.
What does ‘Sangha’ refer to in Buddhism?
The community of monks and practitioners.
