SW Asia Religions Review

What is the main belief that separated the Jewish faith from the others in the ancient world?

• many gods

• one god

• idols

• no god

What basic belief made Christianity different from Judaism?

• worship of many of the Roman gods

• Jesus was just a prophet

• Moses was the Messiah

• Jesus was the Messiah

Which is the holiest writing of Judaism?

• Torah

• Bible

• Quran

• New Testament

What is the importance of the Ka’aba to Muslims?

• It was the original home of Muhammad.

• They believe it was originally placed there by the prophet Abraham and Ishmael.

• This building is where most important business deals were made in Mecca.

• They believe it is the place where Gabriel gave Muhammad the word of God.

What issue led to the split between the Sunni and Shia in Islam?

• The Shia believed only Arabs could be Muslims.

• Arguments began over what should be included in the five pillars.

• They disagreed over who should lead the Muslim community after the death of Muhammad.

• The Shia wanted to change the direction of prayer to Jerusalem rather than Mecca.

9) What is the holy book of Christianity?

• Torah

• Bible

• Quran

• Old Testament

Which one of the following religions has the most followers worldwide?

• Judaism

• Christianity

• Islam

Identify the three main religions that began in the Middle East?

• Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism

• Judaism, Christianity, Islam

• Judaism, Christianity, Hinduism

• Buddhism, Shintoism, Hinduism

What are the Five Pillars?

• The first five books of the Quran.

• The five columns that support the roof of the Ka’aba.

• The five basic beliefs shared by Jews, Christians, and Muslims.

• The five basic obligations that Muslims are supposed to meet in their lives.

What is the similarity between Judaism, Christianity, and Islam?

• The three religions all believe in different gods.

• They all consider Abraham as a prophet.

• All three religions accept Jesus as the savior.

• Unlike Judaism, Christianity and Islam won new converts only by war and force.