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Which of the following is a core concept present in most religions?
Which of the following is a core concept present in most religions?
What do the Vedas and Bhagavad Gita represent within Hinduism?
What do the Vedas and Bhagavad Gita represent within Hinduism?
What is the primary purpose of the Medicine Wheel within Aboriginal traditions?
What is the primary purpose of the Medicine Wheel within Aboriginal traditions?
What does the term 'Moksha' signify in Hinduism?
What does the term 'Moksha' signify in Hinduism?
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Which term best describes Islam's concept of Jihad?
Which term best describes Islam's concept of Jihad?
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What is the function of the Gurdwara in Sikhism?
What is the function of the Gurdwara in Sikhism?
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What is the name for the ritual cleansing performed before prayer in Islam?
What is the name for the ritual cleansing performed before prayer in Islam?
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What does the term Nostra Aetate refer to?
What does the term Nostra Aetate refer to?
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Study Notes
General Religious Concepts
- Religion is a system of beliefs, practices, and morals linked to the sacred.
- Shared features of religions include belief in the sacred, sacred texts, rituals, moral codes, and a community of followers.
Types of Theism
- Monotheism: Belief in one God (Christianity, Islam, Sikhism).
- Polytheism: Belief in multiple gods (Hinduism).
Sacred Writings
- Christianity: Bible
- Islam: Qur'an
- Sikhism: Guru Granth Sahib
- Hinduism: Vedas, Bhagavad Gita
Aboriginal Beliefs and Practices
- Pow wow: Cultural gathering involving dancing, singing, and drumming.
- Medicine Wheel: A symbol representing balance in spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical aspects.
- TRC (Truth and Reconciliation Commission): Addresses the legacy of residential schools in Canada.
- MMIWG2S: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit people; calls for action to address systemic violence.
Hinduism
- Puja: Worship ritual.
- Samsara: Cycle of birth, death, and rebirth (reincarnation).
- Dharma: Duty and righteousness.
- Meditation and Yoga: Spiritual practices.
- Moksha: Liberation from samsara.
- Ahimsa: Non-violence.
- Namaste: Greeting meaning "I bow to the divine in you."
- Deities: Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, Saraswati, Lakshmi, and others.
Christianity
- Nostra Aetate: Vatican document promoting interfaith respect.
- Jesus: Central figure, considered Son of God.
- Teachings: Love, forgiveness, and salvation emphasized.
Islam
- Muhammad: Final prophet.
- Five Pillars: Shahada (faith), Salah (prayer), Zakat (charity), Sawm (fasting), Hajj (pilgrimage).
- Ka'ba: Sacred site in Mecca.
- Imam: Prayer leader in a mosque.
- Jihad: Struggle for faith.
- Wudu: Ritual cleansing before prayer.
Sikhism
- Guru Nanak: Founder of Sikhism.
- Gurdwara: Sikh place of worship.
- Guru: Spiritual teacher.
- Guru Granth Sahib: Sacred scripture and eternal Guru.
- Waheguru: Name for God in Sikhism.
- 5 K's: Kesh (uncut hair), Kara (bracelet), Kanga (comb), Kachera (shorts), Kirpan (small sword).
Studying Religion (Tips)
- Short Answer Questions: Example question: What is the main goal of Hinduism? Answer: Achieving Moksha.
- Comparing Religions: Consider differences in the concept of God, sacred texts, and rituals across religions.
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Description
This quiz explores general religious concepts, different types of theism, and sacred writings across various religions. It covers significant practices and beliefs, including Aboriginal traditions, offering insights into the multifaceted nature of spirituality. Test your knowledge on the similarities and differences present in global faith systems.
