Confucianism, Hinduism, and Taoism

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Which of the following best describes the relationship between Brahman and the Trimurti in Hinduism?

  • Brahman and the Trimurti are opposing forces, constantly battling for control of the universe.
  • The Trimurti are independent gods who occasionally assist Brahman.
  • The Trimurti are different forms or functions of Brahman. (correct)
  • Brahman is a manifestation of the Trimurti, representing their combined power.

How do the Laws of Manu reflect societal structures and gender roles in ancient India?

  • They advocate for gender equality, granting women the same rights and opportunities as men.
  • They promote a matriarchal society where women hold the primary positions of power and authority.
  • They emphasize female autonomy, allowing women to choose their own paths in life regardless of male figures.
  • They prescribe a patriarchal system where a woman's life is primarily defined by her relationship to the men in her life. (correct)

Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies the concept of 'Right Mindfulness' in Theravada Buddhism's Eightfold Path?

  • Daydreaming about winning the lottery while sitting in traffic.
  • Becoming fully aware of each sensation while washing your hands. (correct)
  • Listening to music while studying for an exam.
  • Planning a surprise party for a friend while meditating.

How does the concept of 'Dao' or 'Tao' influence daily life according to Taoism?

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What is the significance of the 'Three Jewels' in Buddhism, and how do they guide practitioners?

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How does the Mahabharata contribute to understanding Hindu values and beliefs?

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Which scenario illustrates the application of Confucian principles in governance?

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How does Zen Buddhism, as exemplified by the story of Yamaoka Tesshu, approach the pursuit of enlightenment?

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Considering the Theravada Buddhist emphasis on individual enlightenment, why is the Sangha (community of monks) still considered important?

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Which of the following accurately represents the role of the Puranas in Hinduism?

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Flashcards

Confucianism

Oldest and most complex of all world religions.

Hinduism

One of the world's largest religions, originated 2,500 years ago in India.

Taoism

Daoic Religion that teaches the art of letting go or going with the flow.

Taoism

Set of Chinese traditions emphasizing harmony with the Tao.

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Brahman

God or the Supreme Being of Hinduism.

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Yajur Veda

Sacred text of Hinduism containing sacrificed rites and rituals.

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Puranas

Encyclopedia of Hindu beliefs containing narratives about the history of the Universe from creation to destruction and genealogies of kings, heroes, sages, and deities.

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Mahabharata

Tells of a great struggle among the descendants of a king called Bharata.

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Trimurti

Creation, preservation, and destruction.

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Right Mindfulness

Pays vigilant attention to every state of the body, feeling, and mind.

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Study Notes

  • Confucianism is considered the oldest and most complex of all world religions.
  • Hinduism is one of the world's largest religions, originating 2,500 years ago in India.
  • Taoism, also known as Daoic Religion, teaches the art of letting go or going with the flow.
  • Taoism refers to a set of Chinese traditions and religions that emphasize living in harmony with the Tao.
  • Brahman is the God or the Supreme Being of Hinduism.
  • Vishnu Veda is NOT a sacred text of Hindu .
  • Yajur Veda is a sacred text of Hinduism that contains sacrificed rites and rituals.
  • Puranas are the encyclopedia of Hindu beliefs that contains narratives about the history of the Universe from creation to destruction and the genealogies of kings, heroes, sages, and deities.
  • Mahabharata tells of a great struggle among the descendants of a king called Bharata.
  • The Trimurti or the three forms of functions of the Brahman are: creation, preservation, and destruction.
  • According to the Laws of Manu, a woman's life revolves around the men in her life, to be taken care of by her father in childhood, by her husband in married life, and by her sons in old age.
  • Philippines DOES NOT have the greatest number of Theravada Buddhism.
  • Tripitaka is the sacred scripture of Theravada Buddhism.
  • Right Mindfulness, one of the eightfold paths, pays vigilant attention to every state of the body, feeling, and mind.
  • Right Concentration, one of the eightfold paths, concentrates on a single object so as to induce certain special states of consciousness in deep meditation.
  • Sangha is known as the community of the monks.
  • Yamaoka Tesshu is the young student of Zen that visited one master after another.
  • The three Jewels are: I take refuge in the Buddha, I take the refugee in the Dharma, I take the refugee in the Sangha.
  • The term "Dao or Tao" means the way of life.
  • Confucius was a Chinese teacher and philosopher, who was the founder of the religion Confucianism.
  • Confucius taught his students about Life and Government.
  • Holy Communion is NOT among the important contributions of Confucianism.
  • When nourishment and education are combined together it means "the need of a human being"

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