Straighterline - REL101: Introduction to
Religion - exam 1 chapters 1, 2, 3 |
Latest Version | 2024/2025 | Graded A+
What does the term "monotheism" refer to?
✔✔Monotheism refers to the belief in the existence of only one God.
What is the main difference between polytheism and monotheism?
✔✔Polytheism is the belief in multiple gods, while monotheism is the belief in a single, all-
powerful God.
Who is considered the founder of Buddhism?
✔✔Siddhartha Gautama, also known as the Buddha, is considered the founder of Buddhism.
What is the central text of Islam?
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,✔✔The central text of Islam is the Quran.
What is the concept of "karma" in Hinduism?
✔✔Karma in Hinduism refers to the principle of cause and effect where a person’s actions in this
life affect their future lives.
What is the primary focus of Confucianism?
✔✔Confucianism focuses on moral integrity, social harmony, and the importance of family and
societal roles.
What is the significance of the Torah in Judaism?
✔✔The Torah is the central reference of the religious Judaic tradition, consisting of the first five
books of the Hebrew Bible.
What are the Five Pillars of Islam?
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, ✔✔The Five Pillars of Islam are the declaration of faith, prayer, almsgiving, fasting during
Ramadan, and pilgrimage to Mecca.
What is the ultimate goal of yoga in Hinduism?
✔✔The ultimate goal of yoga in Hinduism is to achieve spiritual enlightenment and union with
the divine.
What is the primary ritual in the Sikh religion?
✔✔The primary ritual in Sikhism is the worship and recitation of the Guru Granth Sahib, the
central religious scripture.
What does the term "shamanism" refer to?
✔✔Shamanism refers to a practice involving a practitioner, known as a shaman, who
communicates with the spirit world to heal, guide, and influence events.
What is the significance of the Vedas in Hinduism?
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Religion - exam 1 chapters 1, 2, 3 |
Latest Version | 2024/2025 | Graded A+
What does the term "monotheism" refer to?
✔✔Monotheism refers to the belief in the existence of only one God.
What is the main difference between polytheism and monotheism?
✔✔Polytheism is the belief in multiple gods, while monotheism is the belief in a single, all-
powerful God.
Who is considered the founder of Buddhism?
✔✔Siddhartha Gautama, also known as the Buddha, is considered the founder of Buddhism.
What is the central text of Islam?
1
,✔✔The central text of Islam is the Quran.
What is the concept of "karma" in Hinduism?
✔✔Karma in Hinduism refers to the principle of cause and effect where a person’s actions in this
life affect their future lives.
What is the primary focus of Confucianism?
✔✔Confucianism focuses on moral integrity, social harmony, and the importance of family and
societal roles.
What is the significance of the Torah in Judaism?
✔✔The Torah is the central reference of the religious Judaic tradition, consisting of the first five
books of the Hebrew Bible.
What are the Five Pillars of Islam?
2
, ✔✔The Five Pillars of Islam are the declaration of faith, prayer, almsgiving, fasting during
Ramadan, and pilgrimage to Mecca.
What is the ultimate goal of yoga in Hinduism?
✔✔The ultimate goal of yoga in Hinduism is to achieve spiritual enlightenment and union with
the divine.
What is the primary ritual in the Sikh religion?
✔✔The primary ritual in Sikhism is the worship and recitation of the Guru Granth Sahib, the
central religious scripture.
What does the term "shamanism" refer to?
✔✔Shamanism refers to a practice involving a practitioner, known as a shaman, who
communicates with the spirit world to heal, guide, and influence events.
What is the significance of the Vedas in Hinduism?
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