- 1. Theology is the study of the nature of the divine, religious beliefs, and the practice of religion. It explores the fundamental questions about the existence of God, the meaning of life, and the nature of morality. Theology delves into sacred texts, traditions, and rituals to understand the role of religion in shaping cultures and societies. Scholars in theology seek to deepen their understanding of faith and reason, examining how beliefs and values influence human behavior and society as a whole.
What is the study of the nature of the divine and religious beliefs called?
A) Theology
B) History
C) Philosophy
D) Anthropology
- 2. Which religion believes in the concept of the Holy Trinity?
A) Hinduism
B) Christianity
C) Judaism
D) Islam
- 3. Who is considered the founder of Buddhism?
A) Siddhartha Gautama
B) Confucius
C) Jesus Christ
D) Muhammad
- 4. According to Hinduism, what is the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth called?
A) Nirvana
B) Yoga
C) Samsara
D) Karma
- 5. Who is the first woman according to the Abrahamic religions?
A) Sarah
B) Mary
C) Eve
D) Rebecca
- 6. Which Christian denomination is known for its emphasis on the baptism of believers by immersion?
A) Baptists
B) Lutherans
C) Presbyterians
D) Methodists
- 7. What Jewish holiday commemorates the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt?
A) Rosh Hashanah
B) Yom Kippur
C) Passover
D) Hanukkah
- 8. In Sikhism, what is the name given to the central place of worship and prayer?
A) Mosque
B) Church
C) Temple
D) Gurdwara
- 9. Who is considered the last prophet in Islam?
A) Moses
B) Muhammad
C) David
D) Abraham
- 10. Who is considered the founder of Christianity?
A) Jesus Christ
B) Abraham
C) Muhammad
D) Buddha
- 11. Which book is considered holy in Christianity?
A) The Torah
B) The Bhagavad Gita
C) The Quran
D) The Bible
- 12. What is the Holy Trinity in Christianity?
A) Father, Son, Holy Spirit
B) Sun, Moon, Stars
C) Body, Mind, Soul
D) Love, Peace, Joy
- 13. In Christianity, who is the mother of Jesus?
A) Mary
B) Esther
C) Rachel
D) Sarah
- 14. What is the sacred text of Judaism?
A) The Vedas
B) The Bible
C) The Torah
D) The Analects
- 15. In which religion are the Four Noble Truths found?
A) Hinduism
B) Buddhism
C) Christianity
D) Judaism
- 16. What is the holy book of Hinduism?
A) The Tripitaka
B) The Torah
C) The Bible
D) The Vedas
- 17. Who is the supreme being in Hinduism?
A) Shiva
B) Vishnu
C) Krishna
D) Brahman
- 18. Which prophet is central to the religion of Judaism?
A) Moses
B) Solomon
C) David
D) Abraham
- 19. Which religion includes the belief in reincarnation?
A) Hinduism
B) Christianity
C) Judaism
D) Islam
- 20. Who is the tenth Guru in Sikhism?
A) Guru Nanak
B) Guru Gobind Singh
C) Guru Angad
D) Guru Tegh Bahadur
- 21. What is the term for the idea that all realities are ultimately one?
A) Polytheism
B) Pantheism
C) Dualism
D) Monism
- 22. Who is considered a major figure in Islamic theology and philosophy, known for his 'Proofs of God'?
A) Avicenna
B) Averroes
C) Al-Ghazali
D) Maimonides
- 23. What is the holy book of Sikhism?
A) The Bible
B) The Quran
C) Guru Granth Sahib
D) The Tanakh
- 24. What term is used in Buddhism to describe the release from suffering and the cycle of rebirth?
A) Moksha
B) Zen
C) Karma
D) Nirvana
- 25. Who is the wife of Vishnu in Hindu mythology?
A) Parvati
B) Lakshmi
C) Saraswati
D) Durga
- 26. Which theological perspective emphasizes the role of human free will in salvation?
A) Universalism
B) Unitarianism
C) Calvinism
D) Arminianism
- 27. What is the term for the belief that God is all-powerful, all-knowing, and ever-present?
A) Monism
B) Dualism
C) Pantheism
D) Omnipotence
- 28. Which Christian doctrine asserts that there is one God in three persons?
A) Transubstantiation
B) Predestination
C) Original Sin
D) The Trinity
- 29. Which term describes the belief in one God?
A) Polytheism
B) Monotheism
C) Pantheism
D) Atheism
- 30. Which country has the largest population of Muslims?
A) Pakistan
B) Iran
C) Indonesia
D) Saudi Arabia
- 31. Which holy book is central to the religion of Islam?
A) Quran
B) Bible
C) Torah
D) Book of Mormon
- 32. Which religious text contains the teachings of Confucianism?
A) Vedas
B) Tao Te Ching
C) Analects
D) Upanishads
- 33. Which religious tradition emphasizes the importance of non-violence and compassion towards all beings?
A) Shinto
B) Jainism
C) Sikhism
D) Taoism
- 34. What is the belief that all events are determined in advance by a divine power?
A) Free will
B) Predestination
C) Original sin
D) Salvation
- 35. Who is known for his 'Five Ways' arguments for the existence of God?
A) Martin Luther
B) John Calvin
C) Thomas Aquinas
D) Augustine of Hippo
- 36. What is the Hindu festival of lights that symbolizes the victory of light over darkness?
A) Navaratri
B) Holi
C) Diwali
D) Raksha Bandhan
- 37. What is the name of the holy scripture of the Latter-day Saint movement, also known as the Mormon Church?
A) The Pearl of Great Price
B) The Book of Mormon
C) Doctrine and Covenants
D) The Bible
- 38. Who was a prominent figure in Christian theology known for his 'Justification by Faith' doctrine?
A) Martin Luther
B) John Calvin
C) Thomas Aquinas
D) Augustine of Hippo
- 39. In Christianity, what event do believers commemorate at Easter?
A) Crucifixion of Jesus
B) Birth of Jesus
C) Resurrection of Jesus
D) Ascension of Jesus
- 40. In Islam, what is the pilgrimage to Mecca called?
A) Hajj
B) Ramadan
C) Zakat
D) Sunnah
- 41. What is the name of the sacred river in India in Hindu belief?
A) Indus
B) Brahmaputra
C) Yamuna
D) Ganges
- 42. Who is considered the father of Abraham, a central figure in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam?
A) David
B) Joseph
C) Terah
D) Jacob
- 43. What is the term for the Islamic declaration of faith?
A) Salah
B) Shahada
C) Sawm
D) Zakat
- 44. What is the Christian sacrament involving bread and wine that represents the body and blood of Jesus?
A) Eucharist
B) Baptism
C) Confirmation
D) Confession
- 45. What is the capital sin of placing something equal to or above God?
A) Avarice
B) Idolatry
C) Blasphemy
D) Envy
- 46. Which biblical figure is known for his extraordinary faith?
A) Moses
B) David
C) John the Baptist
D) Abraham
- 47. Which symbol represents the Sikh faith?
A) Crescent Moon
B) Khanda
C) Cross
D) Star of David
- 48. What is the term for the practice of discerning God's will through prayer and meditation?
A) Intercession
B) Pilgrimage
C) Revelation
D) Discernment
- 49. Who wrote the majority of the New Testament in the Bible?
A) Paul
B) Mark
C) Luke
D) Matthew
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