Ancient World Religions

This religion believes in baptism as a sign of being "born again."

This Hindu holy book is called "the book of knowledge."

What is the ultimate goal of a Buddhist?

Which one is the greatest shared belief among Christianity, Islam, & Judaism?

Islam is Arabic for . . .

What is food that is prepared according to Jewish law called?

This religion does not practice conversion, yet it is the 3rd largest in the world.

Belief in many gods is called . . .

The weekly day of worship and rest observed by the Jews, Christians, & Muslims.

This holy book is sacred to Judaism and includes the Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, & Deuteronomy.

"Life is full of suffering" is one of the . . .

Belief that there is only 1 God is called . . .

Hanukah celebrates the birth of Jesus of Nazareth.

In Muslim countries today, it is typical for women to receive . . .

This event refers to Jesus rising from the dead and appearing to his followers.

These Buddhists temples are shaped like domes and often have colorful banner/flags flying over them.

This Aryan prince rejected Hinduism and became the "Enlightened One", #the Buddha.

The holy book to Islam, based on the teachings of Muhammad.

Mahayana Buddhists see the Buddha as a teacher.

What is a Jewish teacher called?

The Hindu belief that people pass through many lives is called . . .

How many gods do Hindus worship?

Theravada Buddhists see the Buddha as a god.

Muslim house of worship

This author of much if the New Testament once persecuted Christians. His conversion would make him a powerful voice.

Between Confucianism & Taoism, which philosophy focuses on society more?

These laws reflect the laws of the prophet Muhammad.

Jewish celebration of becoming a responsible believer in Yahweh (13th B'day).

The 10 Commandments formed the basic moral laws for many countries.

Ramadan is . . .

Siddhartha Gautama considered himself to be a god.

The holiest site in Islam.

This Chinese philosophy teaches that you should treat others with honor.

Messiah is the term for the savior of the Jewish people.

This pilgrimage to Mecca is required by Muslims around the world.

The 12 men that followed Jesus closely and spread his teachings.

This Arabic term is how Muslims refer to God. It means "the One."

This Chinese philosophy teaches you that nature is to be respected.

What is a house of worship for the Jewish people called?

He is the last and greatest prophet of Allah.