Confucian Classics: Four Books and Shu Jing

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What does the word Ching mean in the context of Chinese classics?

Lost

Regular (correct)

Original

Ancient

What is the main theme of the SHU CHING (Book of History)?

The importance of ritual in Chinese society

The concept of virtue in Confucianism

A collection of ancient documents and political science (correct)

The lives of Confucius and Mencius

What was the primary purpose of the I CHING (Book of Changes)?

To foretell the future and decide on a course of action (correct)

To illustrate Rituals and Rites

To critique the government

To analyze historical events

What type of songs are included in the SHI CHING (Book of Poetry)?

A range of songs, including political protests, love poems, and drinking songs Signup and view all the answers

What is the emphasis of the LI-CHI (Book of Rites)?

The principles of conduct and ritual Signup and view all the answers

Why is ritual important in Confucianism, according to Confucius?

Because it is what separates humans from animals Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of CH'UN CH'IU?

A chronicle of major historical events Signup and view all the answers

How many books or chapters does LUN-YU or ANALECTS consist of?

Twenty books Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme of TA HSUEH (Great Learning)?

Confucius's philosophical utterances Signup and view all the answers

What is the main topic of CHUNG YUNG (Central Harmony)?

The concept of moral law Signup and view all the answers

Who is the author of MENG TZE/U (Book of Mencius)?

Meng Tzu Signup and view all the answers

What was Meng Tzu's occupation?

A traveler who conversed with government rulers Signup and view all the answers

How old is Hinduism?

5000 years old Signup and view all the answers

Where did Hinduism originate from?

Indus Valley Signup and view all the answers

What is Hinduism classified as?

Polytheistic Signup and view all the answers

Why is Hinduism not based on the teachings of a person or group of people?

Because it has no founder Signup and view all the answers

What is the ranking of Hinduism in terms of age?

3rd oldest Signup and view all the answers

What is the rank of Hinduism in terms of the number of followers?

3rd largest Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the flowers, jewelry, and other decorations in a Hindu place of worship?

To show that the god is honoured and special Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the moral balance of all things in Hinduism?

Dharma Signup and view all the answers

What is the Hindu belief that a person experiences the effects of their actions?

Karma Signup and view all the answers

What is the Hindu concept of being reborn into a new life?

Samsara Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of a Hindu's life?

To attain Moksha Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the Hindu place of worship?

Mandir Signup and view all the answers

What is the concept that arises from the omnipresence of Brahman?

Non-violence and respect for all life forms Signup and view all the answers

Who is the Hindu goddess of knowledge?

Sarasvati Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Shiva's destructive power?

To restore order in the universe Signup and view all the answers

What is the central act of Hindu worship?

Puja Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of Hinduism in terms of the number of gods or deities?