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What was Abraham's original name?

  • Abram (correct)
  • Isaac
  • David
  • Moses

    • Reform Judaism is considered the largest branch of Judaism worldwide.

    False (B)

    What significant event does the festival of Pesach (Passover) commemorate?

    The freedom of the Jewish slaves from Egypt.

    The Mezuzah is attached to the right side of the doorpost as you enter a ______.

    <p>room</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes Conservative Judaism?

    <p>A middle ground between Orthodox and Reform. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following figures to their contributions or roles:

    <p>Abraham = Father of a new people David = Second king of Israel Moses = Led the Israelites out of slavery Solomon = Built the Temple in Jerusalem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Diaspora refers to Jews living within Israel.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Conservative Judaism prioritizes the needs of the community and its Jewish ______ over individual wants.

    <p>identity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'diaspora' refer to in Judaism?

    <p>The scattering of Jews outside of Israel (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Tikkun olam is a concept in Judaism focusing on healing and repairing the world.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Shema?

    <p>A prayer that summarizes the heart of Judaism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Adonai means more of a ______ and refers to Christ instead of Yahweh.

    <p>title</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the five pillars of Islam?

    <p>Meditation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following founders with their religions:

    <p>Jesus = Christianity Mohammad = Islam Buddha = Buddhism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The filioque clause refers to the phrase 'and the Son' added to the Nicene Creed by the Eastern Church.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Catholicism, the initiation ceremony of a young person becoming an adult in the faith is called ______.

    <p>Confirmation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the common elements shared during the vision quest initiation in Indigenous cultures?

    <p>Spiritual guidance, personal revelation, and connection with nature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which biblical figure is NOT one of the sons of Abraham?

    <p>Moses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of Reform Judaism?

    <p>To make Judaism more compatible with the changing world (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Shabbat begins at sunset on Friday and ends at sunrise on Saturday.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Yom Kippur symbolize?

    <p>A day of atonement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The primary symbol of Judaism that appears on the flag of the State of Israel is the ______.

    <p>Star of David</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following Hindu terms with their meanings:

    <p>Moksha = The end of samsara Ahimsa = Nonviolence toward all living beings Atman = The soul or inner self Brahman = The ultimate cosmic spirit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who initiated the English Reformation?

    <p>Henry VIII (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Talmud is primarily a collection of songs and poetry.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the organized structure of the Roman Catholic leader known as?

    <p>Pope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Christianity, the sacrament that symbolizes the union of man and woman before God is called ______.

    <p>Marriage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following individuals with their contributions:

    <p>Martin Luther = Initiated the Protestant Reformation John Calvin = Key figure in the Reformed tradition Augustine = Developed a stable vision of God and Church Thomas More = Opposed Henry VIII’s separation from the Church</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the term Zionism?

    <p>A movement to establish a national Jewish state (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Iconoclasm refers to the promotion and protection of religious images.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'scripture' refer to in Christianity?

    <p>The sacred writings of Christianity including the Bible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Christian sacrament commemorating the Last Supper is called ______.

    <p>Eucharist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following beliefs are central to Judaism?

    <p>Monotheism (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Vision Quest is a significant practice in Aboriginal Spirituality.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one of the Five Pillars of Islam.

    <p>Shahadah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The sacred text of Christianity includes the _____ and the New Testament.

    <p>Old Testament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Covenant = A sacred agreement in Judaism Syncretism = Blending of different religious beliefs Beatitudes = Teachings of Jesus about moral values The Talmud = A central text of Rabbinic Judaism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of smudging in Aboriginal Spirituality?

    <p>To purify the spirit and environment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Aboriginal Spirituality places significant importance on the concept of Cosmocentric beliefs.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identify one sacred herb commonly used in Indigenous spirituality.

    <p>Sage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The _____ is the central religious text of Islam, containing the revelations given to Muhammad.

    <p>Qur'an</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following Jewish festivals with their descriptions:

    <p>Passover = Commemoration of the Exodus from Egypt Rosh Hashanah = Jewish New Year Yom Kippur = Day of Atonement Hanukkah = Festival of Lights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which philosopher is commonly associated with the idea of secularization?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Grandfather teachings focus solely on interactions with nature.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one significant milestone in Jewish life?

    <p>Bar/Bat Mitzvah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Christianity, the _____ is the body of teachings established by the church, which includes the work of church councils.

    <p>Creed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following Christians rituals with their descriptions:

    <p>Baptism = Initiation into the Christian faith Eucharist = Celebration of the Last Supper Lent = Period of fasting before Easter Advent = Preparation for the coming of Christ</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the ultimate goal in Buddhism?

    <p>Nirvana (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Quran is the holy book of Islam, believed to be the word of God as revealed to Jesus.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Hindu festival of colors that celebrates spring called?

    <p>Holi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ________ is a path of meditation and self-discipline to achieve spiritual enlightenment.

    <p>Raja Yoga</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following concepts refers to liberation from the cycle of rebirth in Hinduism?

    <p>Moksha (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Five Precepts are ethical guidelines in Buddhism that include no killing, stealing, or lying.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is known as the leader of India’s independence movement and promoted nonviolence?

    <p>Mahatma Gandhi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A ________ is a sacred flower in Buddhism symbolizing purity and enlightenment.

    <p>Lotus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cube-shaped structure in Mecca that is the holiest site in Islam?

    <p>Ka’ba (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ecumenism promotes unity among the world's Jewish communities.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a purification ritual in a small heated structure in Indigenous spirituality?

    <p>Sweat Lodge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Eid al-Fitr celebrates the end of __________, the month of fasting.

    <p>Ramadan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following Islamic terms with their meanings:

    <p>Zakat = Almsgiving to help the needy Ihram = Sacred state and clothing during Hajj Sunnah = Practices and teachings of Prophet Muhammad Hadith = Recorded sayings of Prophet Muhammad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Judaism

    • Abraham: Genesis tells the story of Abraham (originally Abram), who was commanded by God to leave his home and establish a new people. God made a covenant with Abraham, promising land and numerous descendants in exchange for Abraham's devotion to worshipping only God. His faith was tested repeatedly but remained unwavering.

    • Conservative Judaism: This branch emerged as a reaction to Reform Judaism, adopting practices in-between Orthodox and Reform positions. It observes many, but not all, Torah commandments. Community needs and Jewish identity are prioritized over individual desires.

    • David: Israel's second king, David unified the tribes into a single kingdom. His son Solomon constructed the Temple in Jerusalem. God's promise to David included happiness under his rule, an eternal dynasty, and a special relationship with his descendants (Jesus).

    • Diaspora: From the Greek word for dispersion, this refers to Jewish populations living outside Israel.

    • Hanukkah: A Jewish festival celebrating the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem.

    • Mezuzah: A small box containing religious texts, attached to the doorposts of Jewish homes.

    • Mitzvah: A commandment or good deed in Judaism. At age 13 (boys) and 12 (girls), individuals are responsible for observing the mitzvot.

    • Moses: Chosen by God to lead the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt. Moses demonstrated God's power through the ten plagues, culminating in Pharaoh's release of the Israelites.

    • Orthodox Judaism: The largest branch of Judaism worldwide, historically considered the original branch.

    • Pesach (Passover): One of Judaism's most important festivals, commemorating the Israelites' liberation from Egyptian slavery. It's celebrated in the first month of the Jewish year (Nisan) around the spring equinox as the first full moon.

    • Purim: A Jewish festival.

    • Reform Judaism: A branch that emerged in the 19th century, seeking to tailor Judaism to modern society. The goal was to support Jewish engagement with non-Jewish societies while maintaining Jewish identity.

    • Rosh Hashanah: The Jewish New Year, a two-day festival celebrated in the synagogue.

    • Shabbat: The Jewish Sabbath, a day of rest and worship, observed from Friday sunset to Saturday sunset. It focuses on family, and celebrates the creation of the Earth and its bounty as gifts from God.

    • Shoah: The Holocaust, the systematic persecution and murder of European Jews by Nazi Germany during World War II.

    • Star of David: A symbol of Judaism adopted in the last 200 years, featuring on the Israeli flag.

    • Sukkot: A Jewish harvest festival.

    • Synagogue: A Jewish house of worship, particularly important after the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 C.E.

    • Talmud: A collection of Jewish civil and religious laws, ethical teachings, and interpretations of the Torah.

    • Torah: The first five books of the Hebrew Bible, containing the foundational laws and teachings of Judaism. God's revealing of the Torah on Mount Sinai established the identity of the chosen people.

    • Yom Kippur: A day of atonement, where Jews repent their sins.

    • Zionism: A movement to establish a Jewish homeland in Palestine (late 1800s).

    Christianity

    • Anointing of the Sick: A Christian sacrament.

    • Augustine: Influential Christian theologian, whose writings shaped the Church.

    • Baptism: A Christian sacrament marking entry into the faith, commissioning an individual to the ministry, and empowering them with the Holy Spirit.

    • Bishop of Rome: The original Bishop of Rome, St. Peter, was crucified. The Bishop of Rome is known as the Pope and leads the Catholic Church.

    • Calvin: Key reformer in the Protestant tradition.

    • Catholicism: A major branch of Christianity, believing the Pope is Christ’s Vicar. Catholicism includes concepts of Hell, Heaven, and Purgatory (a transitional state between both).

    • Christmas: A Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus.

    • Church Hierarchy: Organizational structure within the Christian church.

    • Confirmation: A Christian sacrament.

    • Constantine: Roman Emperor, instrumental in the rise of Christianity.

    • Crusades: A series of religious wars launched by Christians.

    • Deacon: A liturgical official.

    • Diocese: Administrative district of a Christian church.

    • Eucharist: Christian sacrament commemorating the Last Supper, often involving consecrated bread and wine.

    • Henry VIII: King of England, led the English Reformation.

    • Holy Orders: A sacrament ordaining men as deacons, priests, or bishops.

    • Iconoclasm: The destruction of religious images.

    • Liturgy: The structure of Christian worship.

    • Marriage: Christian sacrament symbolizing the union of a man and woman.

    • Martin Luther: Key figure in the Protestant Reformation.

    • Nostra Aetate: A document regarding dialogue between the Catholic Church and non-Christian religions.

    • Patriarch of Constantinople: Leader of the Eastern Orthodox Church.

    • Peter: One of Jesus' disciples and considered the first Pope.

    • Pope: The leader of the Catholic Church.

    • Presbyter: An elder or priest in the Christian Church.

    • Protestantism: A branch of Christianity emerging from the Reformation, rejecting papal authority and emphasizing Scripture.

    • Reconciliation: A Christian sacrament involving confession of sins and forgiveness.

    • Reformation: A 16th-century movement challenging Catholic practices and doctrines.

    • Sacraments: Religious rituals believed to convey God's grace.

    • Scripture: The sacred writings of the Christian Bible.

    • Thomas More: English Statesman and Catholic martyr who opposed the English Reformation.

    • Zwingli: A Swiss reformer.

    Hinduism

    • Agni: Hindu god of fire.

    • Ahimsa: The principle of non-violence toward all living beings, a core tenet in Hinduism.

    • Atman: The individual soul.

    • Aum: A sacred sound representing the universe, used in Hindu meditation.

    • Avatar: An earthly manifestation of a deity.

    • Bhagavad Gita: A sacred Hindu scripture.

    • Brahma: The creator deity in the Trimurti.

    • Brahman: The ultimate reality or cosmic spirit in Hinduism.

    • Brahmanas: Texts explaining Vedic rituals.

    • Caste: The traditional Hindu social class system.

    • Ganesha: The elephant-headed god of wisdom and remover of obstacles.

    • Good Karma: Positive actions leading to positive consequences.

    • Holi: A Hindu spring festival.

    • Mahatma Gandhi: An influential Indian leader advocating for nonviolence.

    • Mandir: A Hindu temple.

    • Maya: The illusion of the physical world.

    • Moksha: Liberation from the cycle of rebirth (samsara).

    • Murti: A statue or image of a deity.

    • Puja: A Hindu worship ritual.

    • Raja Yoga: A path of meditation and self-discipline toward enlightenment.

    • Samsara: The cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

    • Shiva: The destroyer and transformer deity in the Trimurti.

    • Vedas: Ancient Hindu sacred texts.

    • Vishnu: The preserver deity in the Trimurti.

    • Yoga: A spiritual practice combining postures, breathing, and meditation.

    Buddhism

    • Arhat: A person who has achieved enlightenment and escaped the cycle of rebirth.

    • Bodhisattva: A being delaying enlightenment to assist others.

    • Bodhi: The state of enlightenment in Buddhism.

    • Five Precepts: Basic ethical guidelines in Buddhism involving no killing, stealing, lying, sexual misconduct, and intoxication.

    • Four Noble Truths: Core Buddhist teachings about suffering, its cause, its end, and the path to liberation.

    • Koan: A riddle or paradox in Zen Buddhism.

    • Lay People: Non-monastic followers of Buddhism.

    • Lotus: A sacred flower symbolizing purity and enlightenment.

    • Mandala: A spiritual symbol representing the universe.

    • Monk: A Buddhist who dedicates their life to religious practice.

    • Nirvana: The ultimate goal in Buddhism—liberation from suffering and rebirth.

    • Nun: A Buddhist woman dedicated to religious practice.

    • Sangha: The Buddhist community.

    • Stupa: A dome-shaped Buddhist monument.

    • Three Jewels: The core of Buddhism — the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha.

    • Tripitakas: Buddhist sacred texts (called "Three Baskets").

    • Visakha: A Buddhist festival celebrating Buddha's life.

    • Wheel of Dharma: A Buddhist symbol representing the Eightfold Path.

    Islam

    • Adhan: The Islamic call to prayer.

    • Eid al-Fitr: Muslim holiday marking the end of Ramadan.

    • Eid Mubarak: Greeting for Islamic festivals.

    • Eid ul-Adha: The Festival of Sacrifice.

    • Hadith: Recorded sayings and actions of Prophet Muhammad.

    • Hafiz: A Muslim who has memorized the Qur'an.

    • Hajj: The annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca.

    • Halal: Permissible or lawful according to Islamic teachings.

    • Haram: Forbidden in Islam.

    • Ihram: The sacred state and clothing worn during Hajj.

    • Islam: A monotheistic religion based on submission to God (Allah).

    • Jihad: A struggle in the path of God (can be personal or collective).

    • Ka'ba: The holiest site in Islam.

    • Medina: City where Muhammad established the Muslim community.

    • Mihrab: A niche in a mosque indicating the direction of Mecca.

    • Mount Arafat: A site near Mecca for Hajj prayers.

    • Qur'an: The holy book in Islam.

    • Salat: Daily Muslim prayers.

    • Sawm: Fasting during Ramadan.

    • Shahada: The Islamic profession of faith.

    • Sunnah: The practices and teachings of Prophet Muhammad.

    • Surah: A chapter of the Qur'an.

    • Zakat: Almsgiving in Islam.

    Indigenous Spirituality

    • Cosmocentric: Worldview centered on the sacred connection between humans and nature.

    • Medicine Wheel: A symbolic circle representing balance and life cycles in Indigenous cultures.

    • Sacred Pipe Ceremony: A spiritual ritual using a pipe to connect with the spirit world.

    • Smudging: Cleansing ritual using burning herbs.

    • Spirit Power: Spiritual energy believed to guide and protect.

    • Sweat Lodge: A purification ritual.

    • Time: Cyclical view of time in Indigenous traditions.

    • Totem: A sacred symbol representing kinship or spiritual connection.

    • Vision Quest: A spiritual journey to seek guidance or insight.

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