World Religion Day Insights

World Religion Day is a holiday promoting understanding and celebrating the diversity of world religions. It is observed on the third Sunday in January, initiated by the Baha'i community in the U.S. to promote interfaith harmony. The event, first held in 1950, now involves people from all religions globally. The six major world religions are Hinduism, Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, Christianity, and Sikhism. The day focuses on similarities among religions. Celebrations include interfaith services, lectures, and discussions about beliefs. Resources are available at twinkl.com.

What is the main purpose of World Religion Day?

• To promote a single world religion

• To celebrate the diversity of world religions

• To convert people to the Baha'i faith

• To commemorate religious leaders

Which month is World Religion Day celebrated?

• December

• March

• June

• January

Who initiated World Religion Day?

• World Council of Churches

• National Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'i of the United States

• Pope John Paul II

• United Nations

What principle is emphasized by the Baha'i faith in relation to World Religion Day?

• Oneness of religion and humanity

• Economic prosperity

• Superiority of one religion

• Separation of church and state

In what year was World Religion Day first observed?

• 1975

• 1960

• 1950

• 1945

What is a key outcome of World Religion Day's evolution since 1950?

• It is now a global event

• It has been discontinued

• It is celebrated every month

• It is only celebrated in the United States

Which of the following is NOT one of the six major world religions mentioned?

• Sikhism

• Taoism

• Hinduism

• Judaism

What is the focus of World Religion Day regarding different religions?

• Which is the oldest

• Which is the largest

• How they are the same

• How they are different

Which activity is suggested for celebrating World Religion Day in classrooms?

• Holding a science fair

• Discussing different world religions

• Conducting a cooking competition

• Organizing a sports event

What is a common way people celebrate World Religion Day outside of classrooms?

• Lighting candles

• Fasting for a day

• Going on a pilgrimage

• Attending interfaith services