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49 Cards in this Set
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What is the belief in many gods known as?
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polytheism
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In what ways does religion influence a society?
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-provides an ethical code of behavior.
-explains things that are beyond human understanding. -establishes social stability. |
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What is the total good and bad deeds in a person's life called in Hinduism?
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Karma
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What are the sacred texts of Hinduism?
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-Upanishads
-Vedas -Bhagavad Gita |
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In Hinduism, who is the "universal father, mother, granter of all.."?
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Brahman
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What is the “atman”?
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The soul of a living being.
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In the caste system, what are people supposed to be divided based upon?
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by job
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What type of society does the caste system create?
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Hierarchy/hierarchical
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What problem do all untouchables still face today in India?
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They are discriminated against when it comes to getting opportunities to improve their lives.
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What is the belief in many gods known as?
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polytheism
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What are the similarities between Hinduism and Buddhism?
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-reincarnation
-non-violence toward all beings -karma |
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In what ways does religion influence a society?
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-provides an ethical code of behavior.
-explains things that are beyond human understanding. -establishes social stability. |
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What is the total good and bad deeds in a person's life called in Hinduism?
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Karma
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What are the sacred texts of Hinduism?
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-Upanishads
-Vedas -Bhagavad Gita |
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In Hinduism, who is the "universal father, mother, granter of all.."?
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Brahman
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What is the “atman”?
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The soul of a living being.
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In the caste system, what are people supposed to be divided based upon?
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by job
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What type of society does the caste system create?
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Hierarchy/hierarchical
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What problem do all untouchables still face today in India?
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They are discriminated against when it comes to getting opportunities to improve their lives.
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What are the similarities between Hinduism and Buddhism?
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-reincarnation
-non-violence toward all beings -karma |
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Who was Siddhartha Gautama and why is he significant to Buddhism?
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-A wealthy prince, who later founded Buddhism.
-became known as the "enlightened one." -preached non-violence and kindness to all things. -observed that life was suffering. |
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How does a Buddhist reach enlightenment?
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Follow the Eight-Fold Path to the middle way.
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What guidelines about life and suffering do Buddhists follow?
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Four Noble Truths
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What are major differences between philosophies and religions?
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Religions usually have a god or gods and believe in the importance of an afterlife and philosophies do not.
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What principles did Confucius believe society should be based upon?
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Five Basic Relationships
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Who and what institution does filial piety stress respect for?
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Elders and Family
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According to Confucius who should be leaders in government?
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The people with the best education should be leaders.
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What does Daoism stress is the source of all guidance in life?
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Nature and Natural order
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Which philosophy most influenced China’s first Emperor Shi Huangdi?
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Legalism
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What institution and roles/jobs does Legalism believe should be strong?
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Government: leaders, officials, police
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According to Legalism, what helps a person develop into a responsible person?
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laws, rewards, and punishments
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In ancient China, what autocratic measures were taken by the government?
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-Censoring ideas that oppose the government
-Forcing citizens to help construct the Great Wall. -Building roads linking the city to the capital. |
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What was the main purpose of the Jews/Hebrews covenant with Yahweh?
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He would protect them if they obeyed his laws.
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What factors made Judaism different from other ancient religions of its time?
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-monotheistic
-based on personal relationship (covenant) with god. -influenced later religions. |
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Which prophet of Judaism is considered the father of the religion?
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Abraham
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Why were many Jews persecuted in the ancient world?
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They refused to worship any human as god.
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How does Christianity differ from Judaism?
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-Christians worship on Sundays and Jews on Saturdays
-Christians believe that Jesus Christ is the messiah. |
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How did Judaism influence Christian and Islamic beliefs?
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-monotheistic
-created an ethical code of behavior -use of a sacred text |
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According to Christianity, how is society organized?
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Hierarchy
1. prophets 2. leaders/ministers/priests 3. people |
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What are the Five Pillars of Islam?
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1. recite the faith
2. pray 5 times a day 3. charity to the poor 4. pilgrimage to Mecca once 5. fasting during Ramadan |
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What factors make Islam different from Judaism and Christianity?
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-Qu'ran is the sacred text
-following the 5 Pillars -Muhammad is the main prophet |
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What caused the split between the Sunni and Shi’a branches of Islam?
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Debate over who should replace Muhammad as the political leader.
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As a high school student, your duty is to do well in school. What Hindu concept does this reference?
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Dharma
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Which Buddhist concept means a person has reached a mental state of complete enlightenment--understanding of Ultimate Reality?
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Nirvana
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What are examples of filial piety?
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-obeying your parents
-respecting your husband -respecting the government -honoring your elders |
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How would a Daoist respond if a 16 year old doesn't feel ready to get his/her driver's license and asked for advice?
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The Daoist would tell him/her to wait until they feel ready.
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Describe the Ancient Jews covenant with Yahweh.
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They would receive his favor if they followed his commands.
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What are the beliefs of Islam?
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-holy book is the Qu'ran (Koran)
-monotheistic -follow the Five Pillars -Muhammad is the prophet |
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Match the appropriate religion with its house of worship.
-Mosque -Church -Synagogue |
Mosque-Islam
Church-Christianity Synagogue-Judaism |
