6.22 Judaism: Origins and Central Features

The sacred text of Judaism is the:

• Bible

• Torah

• Quran

• Vedas

Which of the following is a basic belief of Judaism?

• Polytheism

• Monotheism

• Reincarnation

• Karma

When did Judaism begin?

• Around 2000 BCE

• Around 1000 CE

• Around 500 BCE

• Around 1500 CE

Where did Judaism begin?

• Israel

• Egypt

• Mesopotamia

• Greece

Who is considered the father of the Jewish people?

• Abraham

• Moses

• King David

• Jacob

What is the central belief of the Jewish faith?

• The belief in one God

• The belief in multiple gods

• The belief in reincarnation

• The belief that all religious laws are optional

What significant event marks the start of Judaism?

• The Covenant between God and Abraham

• The Exodus from Egypt

• The Revelation at Sinai

• The Giving of the Torah

Who led the Israelites out of Egypt and received the Ten Commandments?

• Moses

• Aaron

• Joshua

• Abraham

Select the kings who were part of the establishment of the Kingdom of Israel:

• Saul

• David

• Saul and David

• David and Solomon

What do some people mistakenly think Judaism is?

• An ancient tradition with no modern relevance.
• A religion only, ignoring its cultural and ethnic aspects.
• A philosophy that has no cultural ties.
• A political movement only, disregarding its religious significance.