Sacred Writings of Vedas and Tripitaka
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Which of the following chapters of the Quran consist of only three verses each?

  • Chapter 114
  • Chapter 103 (correct)
  • Chapter 34
  • Chapter 2

What is the literal meaning of the Greek word 'Biblion'?

  • Papyrus plant
  • Book (correct)
  • Tablet
  • Scroll

In which scripture was the conversation between Krishna and Arjuna held?

  • Vedas
  • Bhagavad Gita (correct)
  • Holy Bible
  • Tripitaka

Which of the following is NOT one of the three major sections of the Tripitaka?

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How many books does the King James Version of the Bible contain for Protestants?

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Which of the following describes the Rig Veda?

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What does 'Shruti' refer to in the context of the Vedas?

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What is the primary function of the Vedas in Hindu culture?

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What is the primary focus of the Upanishads?

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What are the Vedas collectively known as in Hinduism?

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Which Veda is primarily composed of hymns?

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What does the term 'apauruseya' indicate regarding the Vedas?

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What is the significance of the term 'Vedanta'?

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What is the Tripitaka in Buddhism commonly known as?

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Which Vedic text is known for containing charms and magical incantations?

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What does the etymology of 'Upanishads' imply?

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What is the primary purpose of the Vinaya Pitaka in Pali literature?

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Which text is considered key in the teachings of Taoism?

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The Analects are primarily focused on what aspect of philosophy?

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Which of the following is NOT a section of the Christian Bible?

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What is the role of the Qur'an in Islam?

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What do the 3 Jewels of Taoist ethics emphasize?

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How is the Talmud related to the Torah?

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What common belief do Jews, Christians, and Muslims share regarding the Messiah?

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What comprises the two components of the Talmud?

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Which text is NOT part of the Four Books of Confucianism?

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Which philosophical traditions share concepts with the Upanishads?

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Which of the following is a collection of Jewish practices and regulations?

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What is the original name of Confucius?

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Which text influenced Legalism alongside Confucianism and Buddhism?

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What is the primary purpose of the Five Classics in Confucianism?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a book of the Five Classics?

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Vedas

Sacred Hindu texts, considered the oldest Sanskrit literature.

Upanishads

Philosophical texts within the Vedas, focusing on the nature of the world and God.

Vedic Sanskrit

The language of the Vedas.

Tripitaka

The sacred text of Theravada Buddhism, known as the Three Baskets.

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Pali Canon

The standard collection of scripture in Theravada Buddhism.

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Rig Veda

A collection of 1028 hymns, a part of the Vedas.

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Brahman

The ultimate reality in Hinduism, or the Infinite.

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Tao te Ching

A sacred text in Taoism.

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Pali

The ancient language of North India, used for writing Buddhist scriptures.

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Vinaya Pitaka

One of the three sections of the Pali Canon, focusing on rules for Buddhist monks and nuns.

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Sutta Pitaka

A section of the Pali Canon containing teachings and stories of the Buddha and his disciples.

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Abhidhamma Pitaka

The third part of the Pali Canon, focusing on Buddhist philosophy and psychology.

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Tao

The fundamental force in Taoism, a natural order guiding all things.

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Lao-tzu

The name of the author of the Tao Te Ching, meaning 'Old Master.'

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Analects

The main book of Confucianism, containing sayings and teachings of Confucius.

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Torah

The Jewish sacred text, containing the first five books of the Hebrew Bible.

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Bible

The collection of sacred texts for Christianity, divided into the Old Testament and New Testament.

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Bhagavad Gita

A sacred text in Hinduism containing the teachings of Lord Krishna to Arjuna on duty, liberation, and the nature of reality.

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What are the 4 main Vedas?

Rig Veda, Yajur Veda, Sama Veda, and Atharva Veda.

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How many books does the Bible contain?

Protestants have 66 books, while Catholics have 73 books.

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What is the significance of the Bhagavad Gita?

It describes the nature of the soul, the path to liberation, and the importance of righteous action.

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What are the Upanishads?

Ancient Sanskrit texts that are part of the Vedas, exploring philosophical concepts of Hinduism, some of which are shared with Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism.

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What are the Five Classics?

The five core texts of Confucianism: Book of Odes, Book of Documents, Book of Changes, Book of Rites, and the Spring and Autumn Annals.

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What are the Four Books?

The four additional texts of Confucianism: Doctrine of the Mean, Great Learning, Mencius, and Analects. These texts gained prominence later in Chinese history.

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What is the influence of Tao Te Ching?

A fundamental text of Taoism, it influenced Legalism, Confucianism and Buddhism. It also inspired poets, painters, calligraphers, and gardeners.

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What is the Talmud?

The holy book of Judaism, containing Jewish practices, regulations, and writings. It's composed of the Mishnah (compendium of oral Torah) and Gemara (commentaries on the Mishnah).

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What is the Mishnah?

A written compendium of the Oral Torah, a part of the Talmud, dating back to around 200 CE.

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What is the Gemara?

Commentaries on the Mishnah, citing traditions and teachings of Rabbis, forming part of the Talmud and dating back to around 500 CE.

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What are the two parts of the Talmud?

The Talmud is composed of two parts: The Mishnah (a compendium of Oral Torah) and the Gemara (commentaries on the Mishnah)

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Study Notes

Sacred Writings

  • Sacred writings provide meaning and purpose, and work in connection with the Divine.

Vedas and Upanishads

  • Vedas are sacred texts in Hinduism, written in Vedic Sanskrit from India.
  • Considered "apauruseya" (not of man) and written in poetic/symbolic form.
  • Vedas include: Rig Veda (1028 hymns), Yajur Veda (rituals, sacrifices), Sama Veda (melodies and chants), and Atharva Veda (charms and incantations).
  • Vyasa compiled the Vedas.
  • Upanishads are part of the Vedas, with over 200 different philosophical texts.
  • Upanishads use a more direct and understandable language.
  • They are sometimes called Vedanta ("The end portion of the Veda").

Tripitaka

  • Tripitaka is a vast collection of Buddhist sacred writings and commentaries on the Words of Buddha.
  • Pali Canon, also known as the Three Baskets, is the standard scripture collection of the Theravada Buddhist tradition.
  • Written in ancient Pali language of North India.
  • The "Bible" of Buddhism, it does not have one singular book, but is written in parts over centuries BCE in Sri Lanka at the Fourth Buddhist Council.
  • Three sections: Vinaya Pitaka (rules for monastics), Sutta Pitaka (discourses of the Buddha and his disciples), and Abhidhamma Pitaka ("systematic philosophy" basket).

Tao Te Ching

  • Tao Te Ching is a collection of the world's best-loved sacred texts of Taoism.
  • Authored by Lao-tzu, who first received inspiration of the Tao, impersonally guiding things through a Natural way.
  • Three Jewels of Taoist ethics are compassion, moderation, and humility, or kindness, simplicity, and modesty.

Analects

  • The Analects are revered sacred scriptures in Confucianism.
  • A collection of Confucius' daily teachings, recorded by his students.
  • A socio-philosophical movement aimed at societal betterment and a moral/ethical philosophy.

Bible

  • The Bible is a collection of Christian sacred texts.
  • History of Christianity begins with Jesus and his apostles.
  • Based on Jesus Christ's birth, life, death, resurrection, and teachings.
  • Two sections: Old and New Testaments.

Talmud

  • Talmud is a collection of Jewish sacred texts, a compilation of "discussion" on the Torah's meaning.
  • Torah is all of the Hebrew Bible (including Joshua, Psalms, Book of Ruth, etc.).
  • Star of David is a symbol of Judaism and the Jewish people.
  • Yahweh is the God of Judaism.

Qur'an (Koran)

  • Qur'an is the sacred scripture of Islam, revealed to the Prophet Muhammad by the angel Gabriel.
  • God's final revelation to humankind.
  • The direct word of Allah to Muhammad.

Four Books (Confucianism)

  • The Four Books (Si shu) and Five Classics (Wujing) are foundations of Confucianism.
  • The basis of Confucian civil examinations in ancient China.
  • The Five Classics include the Book of Odes, Book of Documents, Book of Changes, Book of Rites, and Spring and Autumn Annals.
    • From Han to Song dynasty, the 5 Classics grew into 13 classics.
  • The Four Books include Doctrine of the Mean, Great Learning, Mencius, and the Analects.

Tao Te Ching (14th Century)

  • A fundamental text, along with Zhuangzi.
  • Influenced Legalism, Confucianism, and Buddhism.
  • Inspiration for poets, painters, calligraphers, and gardeners

Talmud (Holy Book of Judaism)

  • Collection of Jewish practices and regulations.
  • Babylonian Talmud (Talmud Bavli), a primary source of Jewish religious law (halakha) and Jewish theology.
  • Foundational to Jewish thought and aspirations. Two main parts: Mishnah (c. 200) and Gemara (c. 500).

The Kojiki

  • Sacred book of Shintoism, written in 712 AD.
  • Oldest surviving religion and national religion of Japan.

Shintoism

  • Two main scriptures are the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki, which are behind practices like the Misogi purification ritual.
  • These contain accounts of ancient matters and accounts of the origin of Japan and the Kami (holy powers).

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Explore the sacred texts of Hinduism and Buddhism, including the Vedas, Upanishads, and Tripitaka. This quiz delves into the origins, structures, and significance of these ancient writings that have shaped spiritual understanding and practices. Test your knowledge on these profound texts and their teachings.

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