World Religions

This symbol, "om," is representative of a sound heard during chants, prayers, mantras, and rituals in ___________.

The 4 main beliefs of ____________ that followers believe they must realize to achieve Enlightenment.

Hindu deity that preserves the universe and is the protector of creation; the embodiment of mercy & goodness.

The steps Buddhists believe must be taken to reach Enlightenment.

The name of the Buddha:

The belief that spirits inhabit natural objects and forces of nature.

The holy book of __________ that discusses the teachings of the prophet Muhammad.

Central belief to Buddhism and Hinduism based on the principle of cosmic order.

Holiest day in the Jewish calendar.

Jewish leader who led the Hebrews out of slavery in Egypt after being commanded by God; received the 10 Commandments.

Polytheism is the belief in one God.

Which religion has the most followers worldwide?

This ____________ is used during Hanukkah, commemorating the rededication of the Temple of Jerusalem.

Analects is the collected teachings of _____________.

Sacred site of Confucianism:

Set of principles relating to ethics and worship, which play a fundamental role in Judaism and Christianity.

The belief that life's questions can be answered apart from religious belief.

Which term best describes a set of beliefs in an ultimate reality and a set of practices used to express those beliefs?

The most sacred site in Judaism.

Which two religions is associated with the Yin-Yang symbolism?

The oldest scriptures of Hinduism. They are the Shruti “that which is heard.”

A subdivision within a religion that has its own distinctive beliefs and/or practices.