Questions and Answers
What is Judaism?
What is the sacred scripture of Christianity?
The Bible
Who founded Islam?
Muhammad
What does the term 'rabbi' refer to?
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What does 'diaspora' mean?
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When is the Sabbath observed?
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What is Jerusalem known as?
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What is monotheism?
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What is polytheism?
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What is the Hebrew Bible also known as?
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What is the Torah?
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What are the Ten Commandments?
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Study Notes
Major Religions
- Judaism: Originated among ancient Hebrews, emphasizes belief in one God.
- Christianity: Emerged from teachings of Jesus Christ, based on the Bible.
- Islam: Founded by Muhammad, worships one God (Allah), guided by the Koran; means "submission to the will of God."
Important Figures and Roles
- Rabbi: Trained leader in Judaism who makes legal decisions, conducts ceremonies, and leads congregations.
Historical and Cultural Concepts
- Diaspora: Refers to the dispersion of Jews from Israel, means "to scatter about" in Greek; implies shared heritage despite geographical distance.
- Sabbath: A designated day for rest and worship; Friday evening to Saturday evening for Jews, Sunday for Christians, and communal prayers on Friday for Muslims.
Cities and Locations
- Jerusalem: Holiest city for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam; capital of ancient Judah and modern Israel, translates to "city of peace"; known as Zion.
- Mecca: Holiest city in Islam and birthplace of Muhammad; pilgrimage to Mecca, known as Hajj, is a religious obligation for Muslims.
Religious Texts and Laws
- Monotheism: Belief in one God, foundational for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
- Polytheism: Belief in multiple gods, historically contrasted with monotheistic faiths.
- Hebrew Bible: Sacred text for Jews and Christians; known as the Tanakh to Jews and the Old Testament to Christians.
- Torah: First five books of the Hebrew Bible, outlines laws and teachings.
- Ten Commandments: Central moral imperatives given to Moses on Mount Sinai, foundational to Judeo-Christian ethics.
Religious Structures
- Synagogue: Jewish place of worship and religious gatherings.
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Explore the fundamental beliefs and historical contexts of major world religions including Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. This quiz covers significant figures, cultural concepts, and holy cities related to these faiths. Test your knowledge and understanding of these important religions and their practices.