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Which of the following is NOT a feature commonly shared by most religions?
Which of the following is NOT a feature commonly shared by most religions?
- Moral codes
- Rituals or practices
- Belief in the divine or sacred
- Mandatory weekly services (correct)
Which term refers to the Hindu concept of liberation from the cycle of rebirth?
Which term refers to the Hindu concept of liberation from the cycle of rebirth?
- Dharma
- Samsara
- Ahimsa
- Moksha (correct)
What is the significance of the 'Nostra Aetate' document in Christianity?
What is the significance of the 'Nostra Aetate' document in Christianity?
- It details the history of the Vatican
- It outlines the Ten Commandments
- It promotes interfaith dialogue and respect (correct)
- It contains the teachings of Jesus
Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Islam?
Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Islam?
In Sikhism, what is the function of the Gurdwara?
In Sikhism, what is the function of the Gurdwara?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Medicine Wheel in Aboriginal beliefs?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Medicine Wheel in Aboriginal beliefs?
What does the term 'Ahimsa' mean in Hinduism?
What does the term 'Ahimsa' mean in Hinduism?
Which of the following is the spiritual teacher in Sikhism?
Which of the following is the spiritual teacher in Sikhism?
Flashcards
Religion
Religion
A system of beliefs, practices, and moral codes related to the sacred or divine.
Monotheism
Monotheism
The belief in one God.
Polytheism
Polytheism
The belief in multiple gods.
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Medicine Wheel
Medicine Wheel
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Puja
Puja
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Samsara
Samsara
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Dharma
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Study Notes
General Religious Concepts
- Religion encompasses beliefs, practices, and moral codes centered on the divine.
- Key shared features across religions include belief in the divine, sacred texts, rituals and practices, moral codes, and a community of followers.
Types of Belief Systems
- Monotheistic: Single God (Christianity, Islam, Sikhism).
- Polytheistic: Multiple Gods (Hinduism).
Sacred Texts
- Christianity: Bible
- Islam: Qur'an
- Sikhism: Guru Granth Sahib
- Hinduism: Vedas and Bhagavad Gita
Aboriginal Beliefs and Practices
- Pow Wow: Cultural celebration through dancing, singing, and drumming.
- Medicine Wheel: Symbol representing holistic balance (spiritual, emotional, mental, physical).
- TRC: Truth and Reconciliation Commission addressing residential school legacy.
- MMIWG2S: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit people; representing systemic violence.
Hinduism
- Puja: Worship ritual.
- Samsara: Cycle of birth, death, and rebirth (reincarnation).
- Dharma: Duty, righteousness.
- Meditation & Yoga: Practices for spiritual focus.
- Moksha: Liberation from samsara.
- Ahimsa: Non-violence.
- Namaste: Respectful greeting, "I bow to the divine in you."
- Deities: Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, Saraswati, Lakshmi, etc.
Christianity
- Nostra Aetate: Vatican document for interfaith dialogue.
- Jesus: Central figure, Son of God and Savior, key concepts include love, forgiveness, salvation.
Islam
- Muhammad: Final prophet.
- Five Pillars:
- Shahada (faith)
- Salah (prayer)
- Zakat (charity)
- Sawm (fasting during Ramadan)
- Hajj (pilgrimage to Mecca)
- Ka’bah: Sacred site in Mecca.
- Imam: Mosque prayer leader.
- Jihad: Struggle for faith.
- Wudu: Ritual cleansing before prayer.
Sikhism
- Guru Nanak: Founder.
- Gurdwara: Place of worship.
- Guru: Spiritual teacher.
- Guru Granth Sahib: Sacred scripture/eternal Guru.
- Waheguru: God's name.
- Five K's:
- Kesh (uncut hair)
- Kara (bracelet)
- Kanga (comb)
- Kachera (shorts)
- Kirpan (small sword)
Study Tips
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- Comparing Religions: Highlight similarities/differences between belief systems.
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Description
Explore the foundational concepts of religion, including types of belief systems, sacred texts, and specific practices within various faiths. This quiz covers monotheistic and polytheistic religions, Indigenous beliefs, and the significance of various sacred texts. Test your knowledge on the diverse religious landscape and its moral codes.
