30 Questions
What does the word Ching mean in the context of Chinese classics?
Regular
What is the main theme of the SHU CHING (Book of History)?
A collection of ancient documents and political science
What was the primary purpose of the I CHING (Book of Changes)?
To foretell the future and decide on a course of action
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
What is the emphasis of the LI-CHI (Book of Rites)?
The principles of conduct and ritual
Why is ritual important in Confucianism, according to Confucius?
Because it is what separates humans from animals
What is the main focus of CH'UN CH'IU?
A chronicle of major historical events
How many books or chapters does LUN-YU or ANALECTS consist of?
Twenty books
What is the main theme of TA HSUEH (Great Learning)?
Confucius's philosophical utterances
What is the main topic of CHUNG YUNG (Central Harmony)?
The concept of moral law
Who is the author of MENG TZE/U (Book of Mencius)?
Meng Tzu
What was Meng Tzu's occupation?
A traveler who conversed with government rulers
How old is Hinduism?
5000 years old
Where did Hinduism originate from?
Indus Valley
What is Hinduism classified as?
Polytheistic
Why is Hinduism not based on the teachings of a person or group of people?
Because it has no founder
What is the ranking of Hinduism in terms of age?
3rd oldest
What is the rank of Hinduism in terms of the number of followers?
3rd largest
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
What is the term for the moral balance of all things in Hinduism?
Dharma
What is the Hindu belief that a person experiences the effects of their actions?
Karma
What is the Hindu concept of being reborn into a new life?
Samsara
What is the ultimate goal of a Hindu's life?
To attain Moksha
What is the term for the Hindu place of worship?
Mandir
What is the concept that arises from the omnipresence of Brahman?
Non-violence and respect for all life forms
Who is the Hindu goddess of knowledge?
Sarasvati
What is the purpose of Shiva's destructive power?
To restore order in the universe
What is the central act of Hindu worship?
Puja
What is the characteristic of Hinduism in terms of the number of gods or deities?
Polytheistic
What is typically found in Hindu household shrines?
Pictures of gods and goddesses
Explore the teachings of Confucius and Mencius through the Four Books and Shu Jing, a collection of ancient documents and political science in Chinese history. Learn about the Mandate of Heaven and how history reflects past events to learn from them.
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