TED-Ed: The five major world religions - John Bellaimey

The video explores major world religions, including Hinduism, Judaism, Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam. It discusses their origins, key figures, beliefs, and practices. Common themes across religions, such as the search for meaning and the role of faith, are highlighted.

What is the primary goal of following one's dharma in Hinduism?

• To avoid reincarnation

• To become a priest

• To gain good karma and move up the social scale

• To achieve wealth and prosperity

What significant transformation did Judaism undergo after the destruction of the temple in Jerusalem?

• It adopted polytheistic practices

• It became a religion of the book

• It stopped celebrating Passover

• It abandoned the Hebrew Bible

What realization did Siddhartha have that led to his enlightenment?

• The rejection of all spiritual practices

• The need for material wealth

• The middle way between luxury and poverty

• The importance of extreme asceticism

What is the Eightfold Path in Buddhism designed to achieve?

• Enlightenment and reduction of suffering

• Mastery of meditation

• Material success

• Reincarnation as a deity

What was the central message of Jesus's teachings?

• Love one another as I have loved you

• Follow strict religious rituals

• Seek wealth and power

• Isolate from society

What event is commemorated by Christians during Holy Week?

• The birth of Jesus

• The Last Supper

• The resurrection of Jesus

• The baptism of Jesus

What is the significance of the Quran in Islam?

• It is a collection of Muhammad's personal writings

• It is considered the only holy book free of human corruption

• It is a historical account of the Arabian Peninsula

• It is a guide for political governance

What is the meaning of the term 'Muslim'?

• One who practices meditation

• One who seeks knowledge

• One who surrenders to the will of God

• One who travels frequently

Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Islam?

• Zakat

• Salat

• Pilgrimage to Jerusalem

• Shahada

What common aspect do all religions share according to the transcript?

• A focus on material wealth

• An appeal for meaning beyond existence

• A strict adherence to rituals

• A belief in multiple gods