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What does Jesus reveal about the Father's will for his kingdom on earth?
According to the teachings, what is the ultimate promise associated with human resurrection?
What is suggested about every human body in relation to resurrection?
What does the phrase 'People are flesh animated by spirit' suggest about human nature?
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How is human dignity described in Christian beliefs?
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What is the basis for claims about salvation in Christianity?
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What role does the Holy Spirit play in relation to individuals according to the beliefs discussed?
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How are Allah's commands revealed according to the Islamic beliefs discussed?
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What does the term 'samsara' refer to in Buddhism?
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What is the Buddhist goal associated with the concept of nirvana?
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Which concept is most closely related to the idea of ahimsa in Hinduism?
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How does suffering influence the cycle of samsara in Buddhism?
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What is the relationship between moksha in Hinduism and nirvana in Buddhism?
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What is expected of Hindus regarding the concept of ahimsa?
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What signifies the divine order of things according to the context provided?
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What does the cycle of samsara entail?
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What does the Hebrew concept of tzedakah loosely translate to?
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Which of the following is NOT associated with the practice of tzedakah?
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What is the main purpose of tikkun olam?
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In what way do Jewish rabbis interpret the act of improving the world?
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Who is obliged to undertake the principles of tikkun olam?
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Which act is traditionally associated with the mitzvot of gemilut khasadim?
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What does the term 'co-creators' refer to in the context of Judaism?
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What is a key element of tzedakah as part of tikkun olam?
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What is necessary for human dignity according to the content?
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Which action is emphasized as important for securing salvation?
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What does the New Covenant establish with humanity?
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How is Muhammad described in relation to other prophets?
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Which of the following reflects the essence of love as taught in Christianity?
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What does the respect for the dignity of others emphasize?
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According to the content, what is the ultimate accountability after death?
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What concept is at the heart of how individuals are expected to interact with each other?
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What does samsara refer to in Hinduism?
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What is the ultimate aim of Hindu life concerning moksha?
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How is reincarnation influenced according to Hindu beliefs?
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What happens to the atman after the death of the body?
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Which of the following best describes the nature of the life cycle according to Hinduism?
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What is indicated by the cremation of the body in Hinduism?
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What drives the cycle of samsara according to Hindu beliefs?
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Which of these is NOT associated with the concept of moksha?
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Study Notes
Christianity and Salvation
- Salvation comes from God's grace.
- It is eternal spiritual life in God's loving presence after the death of the body
- Repentance for sinful thoughts and actions secures salvation.
- Salvation flows from right relationships with God and with others.
- Salvation is the aim of a Christian life.
- Christianity has an eschatological worldview, meaning we will be held accountable for our actions at the judgement after death.
- Belief in Jesus/God and life-giving relationships with others secures the promise of salvation.
- God's gift of salvation was won for humanity through the loving suffering and sacrifice of His son, Jesus.
Christianity and Human Dignity
- Human dignity is derived from the belief that human life is created by God in his image and likeness.
- All people have equal dignity because we are all equal before God.
- Respect for the dignity of others = respect for life = respect for the giver of life = God.
- All people have the right to be loved and respected because we are all God's children.
Islam & Revelation to Prophet
- Allah’s commands to Muslims are revealed in the Qur’an as recited to the Prophet Muhammad by the archangel Jibreel (Gabriel).
- This dharma is the divine order of things.
- Muhammad is the greatest of a line of Abrahamic prophets, incl. Moses and Isa (Jesus), who have revealed God's commands.
- Humanity is the pinnacle of Allah's cosmic order.
- All humans are commanded to behave in an Allah-like manner.
- The Hadith (the actions and sayings of Muhammad during his life) supplements the Quran.
Buddhism & Samsara
- Samsara is a term referring to the cycle of repeated rebirth/reincarnation within the reality of the created world.
- The cycle of perpetual flux is driven by the law of karma.
- The cycle of life, death, and rebirth continues due to residual attachment to worldly concerns and suffering.
- May involve hundreds of millions of lifetimes in the reality of the created world, in the pursuit of moksha.
Buddhism & Nirvana
- Literally meaning ‘blowing out’, Nirvana is the goal of Buddhism.
- It is the state of Nothingness (or Enlightenment).
- Equivalent to Hindu 'moksha', it’s the point of Buddhist liberation from the created world with its endless incarnations of suffering and attachment.
- Marks the complete cessation from worry and the problems of life such as greed, anger, dependency, unresolved duty, or obligation.
- The now-pure soul/atman merges with the Divine.
Buddhism & Hinduism & Ahimsa
- Ahimsa is a Sanskrit word meaning non-violence (Himsa means violence).
- It is one of the highest dharmas of Hinduism, as it is a duty/obligation for every Hindu to actively contribute to maintaining the harmony of society.
- This harmony reflects the divine harmony of the cosmic order.
- An atman that promotes ahimsa is akin to the divine nature of Brahman.
Judaism & Tikkun Olam
- Toward the end of Genesis Chapter 1, God obligates humanity (ie.Jews) to work to "protect the world".
- This means to improve the world.
- Jewish rabbis interpret this as "God creating a world that was meant, from the start, to be improved by humanity."
- He made human beings in His image and likeness so that they would be co-creators, like Him, capable of undertaking this completion.
- In this way human beings (or Jews) are obliged to undertake tikkun olam, to repair the world so as to make it a place of justice for all its inhabitants.
Judaism & Tzedakah
- The Jewish concept of tzedakah loosely translates as 'charity'.
- It is part of the mitzvot of gemilut khasadim to care for all people (not just Jews).
- Such as visiting and comforting the sick, rejoicing with those who are blessed, extending hospitality to the needy, and taking on any expense and trouble to save the life of a neighbour.
- Tzedakah is part of tikkun olam because it’s about seeking, restoring and preserving justice in the world.
- It relates to returning lost objects to their rightful owners.
- Jews are expected to extend acts of kindness to others in the world, not just Jews.
Hinduism & Moksha
- Refers to the release/liberation of the Self/Atman from samsara, the cycle of rebirth impelled by the law of karma.
- The aim of Hindu life, it brings freedom from mental, physical, and spiritual care.
Hinduism & Reincarnation
- Human life is a seemingly endless cycle of life, death, rebirth, and re-death, as the atman strives to achieve unity with Brahman.
- The atman/soul transmigrates into a new body after the death of the previous body.
- Cremation releases the atman from the body.
- Reincarnation is driven by the law of karma.
- The number of incarnations is determined by an individual's adherence to dharma.
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Explore the core concepts of salvation in Christianity and the intrinsic human dignity that stems from being created in God's image. Understand how repentance, right relationships, and love lead to eternal life. This quiz will deepen your knowledge of these foundational Christian beliefs.
