Buddhism and Siddhartha Gautama
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Which clan did Siddhartha Gautama belong to?

  • Shakya
  • Vatsa
  • Bharadwaj
  • Gautama (correct)
  • What is the meaning of the name 'Siddhartha'?

  • The one who is destined for greatness
  • One who has achieved his goal (correct)
  • The one who brings peace to the world
  • The one who walks the path of righteousness
  • What was the caste of Siddhartha Gautama's family?

  • Vaishya
  • Kshatriya (correct)
  • Shudra
  • Brahmin
  • What unusual occurrence happened when Siddhartha Gautama was born?

    <p>His mother gave birth standing and holding onto a tree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who did Siddhartha Gautama marry before becoming the founder of Buddhism?

    <p>Princess Yasodhara</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivated Siddhartha Gautama to follow a path to solve human sufferings?

    <p>The sight of renunciants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Asalha Puja Day ('Dhamma Day')?

    <p>Commemorates the Buddha's first sermon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Vesak or Visakah Puja ('Buddha Day') commemorate?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the founder of Christianity?

    <p>Jesus Christ</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 5th Commandment in Christianity forbid?

    <p>Murder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the central celebration for Christians?

    <p>Easter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two great precepts that summarize all God's laws in Christianity?

    <p>'Love your neighbor as yourself' and 'Honor your father and mother'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Christians observe during Lent period?

    <p>Fasting, prayer, and almsgiving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event does Christmas commemorate?

    <p>The birth of Jesus Christ</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do Christians observe Easter?

    <p>By engaging in joyful celebrations, church services, and feasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the 7th Commandment in Christianity prohibit?

    <p>'You shall not commit adultery'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Siddhartha Gautama

    • Belonged to the Shakya clan
    • 'Siddhartha' means 'he who achieves his goal'
    • His family belonged to the Kshatriya caste
    • At birth, unusual occurrence: a white elephant with six tusks appeared in a dream to his mother, Maya

    Early Life and Marriage

    • Married Yasodhara before becoming the founder of Buddhism

    Path to Enlightenment

    • Motivated to solve human sufferings after seeing four sights: an old man, a sick man, a corpse, and a wandering ascetic

    Buddhist Celebrations

    • Asalha Puja Day ('Dhamma Day'): commemorates Buddha's first sermon
    • Vesak or Visakah Puja ('Buddha Day'): commemorates Buddha's birth, enlightenment, and passing away

    Christianity

    • Founder: Jesus Christ
    • 5th Commandment: forbids killing
    • Central celebration: Christmas
    • Two great precepts summarizing God's laws: love God and love thy neighbor
    • During Lent: Christians observe 40 days of prayer, fasting, and charity
    • Easter: commemorates Jesus' resurrection
    • 7th Commandment: prohibits adultery

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