QUIZ (LESSON 3)

Define 'theology' and 'religion'.

• Theology is the study of the divine and religious beliefs; religion is a structured system of beliefs and practices centered around worship.

• Theology is a type of religious ritual; religion is a philosophical debate.

• Theology is the practice of meditation; religion is a collection of myths.

• Theology is the study of historical texts; religion is a form of government.

What is the Cosmological argument for the existence of God?

• The Cosmological argument asserts that the existence of the universe necessitates a first cause, which is God.

• The Cosmological argument claims that the universe is eternal and does not require a cause.

• The Cosmological argument suggests that the existence of evil disproves the existence of God.

• The Cosmological argument states that God is the universe itself.

Differentiate between agnosticism and atheism.

• Agnosticism is the belief in multiple gods; atheism is the belief in no gods.

• Agnosticism is a form of religious practice; atheism is a type of spirituality.

• Agnosticism is the belief that the existence of God is unknown or unknowable; atheism is the lack of belief in any gods.

• Agnosticism asserts that God exists; atheism denies the existence of any spiritual beings.

Compare the concept of God in Buddhism and Christianity.

• Buddhism is non-theistic, focusing on enlightenment and suffering, while Christianity is theistic, centered on a personal God and salvation.

• Buddhism believes in a creator God who controls the universe.

• Both Buddhism and Christianity emphasize the same concept of God.

• Buddhism worships multiple gods, while Christianity has no deities.

What is the concept of divinity in Hinduism?

• Divinity in Hinduism is the manifestation of the ultimate reality, Brahman, through various gods and goddesses.

• Divinity in Hinduism is solely represented by a single god, Vishnu.

• Divinity in Hinduism is the rejection of all forms of worship.

• Divinity in Hinduism is an abstract concept with no relation to gods or goddesses.

Explain the concept of God and worship in Sikhism.

• In Sikhism, God is a singular, formless being known as Waheguru, and worship involves singing hymns, reciting prayers, and meditating on God's name, with the Guru Granth Sahib as the central focus.

• Worship in Sikhism involves idol rituals and sacrifices.

• God is a trinity of deities in Sikhism.

• The Guru Granth Sahib is not considered central to worship.

Describe the concept of God in Islam.

• In Islam, God is not involved in the creation of the universe.

• In Islam, God (Allah) is the singular, all-powerful creator, emphasizing oneness (Tawhid) and unique attributes.

• God in Islam is a trinity of three distinct persons.

• Allah is considered to have multiple forms and manifestations.

What are the main attributes of God?

• Omnipotence, omniscience, omnipresence, benevolence, immutability

• Omnipresence, omnipotence, ignorance, benevolence, variability

• Limited power, ignorance, absence, indifference, changeability

• Omnipotence, omniscience, omnipresence, malevolence, mutability

Explain the transcendence and immanence of God.

• Transcendence is God's existence beyond the universe; immanence is God's presence within the universe.

• Transcendence refers to God's ability to be understood fully; immanence refers to God's lack of influence in the world.

• Transcendence means God is only present in the universe; immanence means God is distant from creation.

• Transcendence is God's presence in every individual; immanence is God's absence in the universe.

Discuss the purpose of human life on earth.

• To dominate other species

• To live in isolation from others

• The purpose of human life on earth is to seek fulfillment, connection, and contribute to the evolution of the species.

• To accumulate wealth and power