MODULE 4

• What are the sacred texts of Hinduism called?

  Vedas
• What is the collection of Buddhist sacred writings known as?

  Tripitaka
• Who authored the Tao Te Ching?

  Lao-Tzu
• What do the three jewels of Taoist ethics represent?

  Compassion, moderation, and humility
• What is the Pali Canon also known as?

  Three baskets
• What does the term "Upanishad" etymologically mean?

  Sitting down near
• How does the sea symbolize humility in Taoism?

  It lies below the rivers
• What is the main focus of Confucianism?

  Betterment of society
• What are the two sections of the Christian Bible?

  Old Testament and New Testament
• Who is considered the founder of Christianity?

  Jesus Christ
• What does the Talmud compile?

  Discussions of historic rabbis
• What does the Torah refer to?

  All of the Hebrew Bible
• Who revealed the Koran to Muhammad?

  Angel Gabriel
• What do Muslims believe about the Koran?

  It is God's final revelation
• How does the Koran differ from other sacred texts?

  It is believed to be the direct word of God
• What are the key teachings of Confucius as recorded in the Analects?

  • Daily teachings of Confucius
  • Focus on moral and ethical philosophy
  • Emphasis on social relationships
• What are the main characteristics of the sacred texts mentioned?

  • Vedas: Knowledge in Hinduism
  • Tripitaka: Buddhist writings
  • Tao Te Ching: Taoist principles
  • Analects: Confucian teachings
  • Bible: Christian scriptures
  • Talmud: Jewish discussions
  • Koran: Islamic revelation