Overview of Indigenous Traditions and Greek Influence
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What term is used to describe the belief that humans are born with both good and evil components in Gnosticism?

  • Innate duality (correct)
  • Spiritual bifurcation
  • Original sin
  • Moral dichotomy
  • What was a Christian ideal closer to than marriage?

  • Adultery
  • Polygamy
  • Divorce
  • Celibacy (correct)
  • Which philosopher influenced Early Christians' beliefs through the development of Gnosticism?

  • Aristotle
  • Plato (correct)
  • Epictetus
  • Socrates
  • In Gnosticism, what is considered 'evil' according to the spiritual beliefs it holds?

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

    Which ancient civilization viewed gods as sexual and held women at a low social status?

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

    What practice displeased the Lord in the biblical text of Genesis 38: 7-10?

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

    Tertullian questioned why humans engage in what activity, according to the text?

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

    What is the term used to describe a sexual relationship between an older man and a younger man in Classical Greek Philosophy?

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

    In Traditional Chinese culture, which philosophy emphasizes harmony, respect for elders, and filial piety?

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

    Which ancient Greek philosopher believed that the soul is imprisoned in the human body as a form of punishment?

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

    What concept from Greek philosophy involves original humans having two limbs and organs that were later split by the Gods?

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

    In Native American tradition, what term is used to describe individuals who embody both masculine and feminine qualities?

    <p>Two-Spirits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What main principle is emphasized in Judaism regarding sexuality?

    <p>The separation of the holy from the impure physical world</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Greeks view family life according to the text?

    <p>As a core value that was highly esteemed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cultural group viewed men and women as bisexual according to the text?

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

    In Traditional Chinese Confucianism, what is the primary focus regarding sexual behavior?

    <p>Maintaining social order and harmony through moral conduct</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept is associated with Two-Spirits in Native American culture?

    <p>Dualism in human nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Islam generally view homosexuality based on the information provided?

    <p>Viewed negatively and often condemned as a sin</p> Signup and view all the answers

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