Religion, Spirituality, and Belonging Quiz

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Who is considered the founder of Judaism?

  • Moses
  • Mayari
  • Bathala
  • Abraham (correct)

Which god is NOT part of ancient Philippine mythology as mentioned in the text?

  • Mapulon (correct)
  • Mayari
  • Sitan
  • Amanikable

What is the main belief of Judaism regarding God?

  • God is the god of hunters
  • Multiple gods exist
  • God is transcendent and revealed Himself to Abraham (correct)
  • God is a seasonal god

Which mythological figure is associated with being the god of the moon?

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

What is characteristic of Judaism?

<p>Monotheism and adherence to Scriptures and rabbinic traditions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which deity is NOT mentioned as part of ancient Philippine mythology?

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

Which Indian philosophy system is known for its analysis of logic and epistemology?

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

According to Nyaya, how many valid means of knowledge are recognized?

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

Who is credited with founding the Vaisheshika School of Indian philosophy?

<p>Kanada Kashyapa (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Indian philosophy system is significant for its naturalism, a feature not common in most Indian thought?

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

Which of the following is not considered a valid means of knowledge according to Nyaya philosophy?

<p>Comparison (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Indian philosophy system is fundamental to Vedanta and has deeply influenced the formulation of Hindu law?

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

What is the main distinction between spirituality and religion?

<p>Spirituality is more focused on individual experience, while religion involves group practices. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which belief system aligns with the idea that only one supreme being exists?

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

What characterizes polytheism?

<p>Belief in multiple gods (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes totemism from other belief systems?

<p>Involving kinship with spirit-beings like animals or plants (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was religion like in ancient times?

<p>Included rituals based on mythology (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did a secular society affect the need for religious groups?

<p>Decreased the need for religious affiliation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Sharia law in Islam?

<p>To direct Muslims on how to live their lives in various aspects (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which major Muslim holiday celebrates the end of Ramadan?

<p>Eid al-Fitr (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Eid al-Adha in Islam?

<p>Celebrates Prophet Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son for Allah (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the term 'Hindu' in ancient records?

<p>Geographical term referencing the Indus River (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is Hinduism described in terms of its relationship with deities?

<p>Henotheistic with multiple forms or deities embodying one Supreme Being (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the original purpose of the term 'Hindu' in contrast to other religions?

<p>To describe those not adhering to other religions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did Buddhism arise in northeastern India?

<p>Early 4th century BCE (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the estimated range of years for the historical Buddha's life according to many modern scholars?

<p>563 to 483 BCE (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a characteristic of society in northeastern India during the time when Buddhism arose?

<p>Breakdown of tribal unity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What religious scriptures were traditionally emphasized by the Hindu ascetics in northwestern India?

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

What type of religious experience did ascetics in northwestern India try to create?

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

Which region became the breeding ground for many new sects during the time of doubt, turmoil, and experimentation in India?

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

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