World Religions Jain/Seik – Flashcards
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Jainism was a strong influence on
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Gandhi
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A sangat is
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a religious group
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Regarding the ability of human beings to find the truth, Jainism
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teaches that truth is relative to each person's viewpoint.
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The name Mahavira literally means
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hero or great man.
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Nanak, after leaving home to teach, wore
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clothing that blended Muslim and Hindu styles.
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Jains believe that perfected souls
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disappear from the world and live at the top of the universe.
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Guru Granth Sahib is
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an honorary title for the sacred book of Sikhism.
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The worldview of Sikhism is similar to the Hindu philosophical school called
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Sankhya.
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Most Jains practice the devotional activity called
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Puja
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Uncut hair by the Khalsa and the last name Singh represent the symbolic characteristics of what animal?
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Lion
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Jain monks differ from Buddhist monks in
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Allow Nakedness
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According to Sikh teaching, the primary guru is
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God
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gentle suicide after a long life of virtue.
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gentle suicide after a long life of virtue.
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Nanak, like the Hindus, believed in
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reincarnation and karma.
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The Jain worldview holds that a Creator
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Does not exist
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What item worn by the Sikh Khalsa symbolizes strength?
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Steel Bracelet
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One of the requirements of the Khalsa was
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No alcohol
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sees life in everything, even what is inanimate.
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sees life in everything, even what is inanimate.
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The name Adi Granth means
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original collection.
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The Adi Granth is the
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most important Sikh scripture.
