World Religions - Judaism

Which is true about the origins of Judaism?

• cannot be traced back to a particular person or religion, brought about by the conquering Aryan and mixed with the native beliefs

• founded by Prince Gautama who went searching for answers and became the first enlightened one, the Buddha

• founded by Abraham in present-day Israel, Palestine, Jordan, and Lebanon area

• founded by Jesus and branched off from Judaism, recognizes Jesus and God's son

• founded by Mohammed who received messages from an angel while meditating in a cave

In what part of the world did Judaism begin?

• Middle East - Israel, Palestine, Jordan,Lebanon

• Middle East - Saudi Arabia

• Indus River Valley - India/Pakistan

• Southern Asia - India/Nepal

Which part of the world has experienced a large diffusion of followers of Judaism?

• Eastern Asia, China, Japan, Southeast Asia

• Southern Asia, India

• Middle East, Europe, United States

• Middle East, Northern Africa

• North and South America, Europe, Southern Africa, Australia

What is true about Judaism?

• it believes that Jesus is God's son and he was sent to save us from our sins

• it believes that there are multiple ways to believe in God

• it does not recognize God or the concept of a higher being

• it was the world's first monotheistic religion

• it believes that Mohammed was the last and final prophet of Allah

Which religious book is used in Judaism?

• Torah / Old Testament of Bible

• Qu'ran

• Vedas

• Sutras

• Old & New Testament of Bible

Which major belief is true for Judaism?

• worship Allah

• Jesus died on the cross to forgive sins

• Life is full of suffering and we need to follow the Eight-fold Path to stop reincarnation

• there are multiple gods including Brahman, Shiva, Vishnu, and Ganesha

• the Sabbath (day of rest) starts on Friday at sun-down and ends on Saturday at sun-down

What are the main divisions of Judaism?

• many groups, some worship Shiva, others worship Vishnu

• Eastern Orthodox, Protestant, Roman Catholic, Catholic

• Theravada and Mahayana

• Sunni & Shi'ite's

• Orthodox, Reformed, and Conservative

Which of these major practices belong to Judaism?

• pray to Mecca 5 times a day

• avoid eating pork, keep to Kosher dietary laws

• try to eliminate desire because it leads to more suffering

• when you sin, you should pray to Jesus for forgiveness

• gifts of food, flowers, and items given to the gods in temples

Which is the correct holy guide used in Judaism?

• the Ten Commandments

• the Noble Eight-fold Path

• the Five Pillars

Which is the correct place of worship for Judaism?

• temples and shrines (home shrines as well)

• temples, shrines, pagodas, or stupas

• synagogue, temple, or shul

• mosque

• church