Buddhism, Hinduism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, & Daoism Review Quiz tomorrow 20 multiple choice questions

Siddhartha Gautama would become known as the _________? The Buddha or “Enlightened One”

Both Hinduism and Buddhism A. Supported the caste system B. Revered woman C. Became increasingly popular in India D. All of the above E. None of the above

Christianity A. remained a religion of the Roman empire B. taught the forgiveness of sins through faith in Jesus C. was not a missionary religion D. failed to utilize the public works of the Roman Empire E. gained an early popularity among Roman rulers

Confucianism and early Buddhism A. became the dominant philosophy of their respective regions B. emphasized the importance of effective government C. included a belief in nirvana D. did not believe that their founders were gods E. elevated the status of women

Daoism and Confucianism A. agreed on the importance of education B. disagreed on the need for personal reflection C. taught that active political involvement was essential to a stable society D. agreed on how to address the turmoil after the fall of the Zhou dynasty E. based their teachings on Chinese traditions

The Silk Roads were especially instrumental in the spread of A. polytheism B. Confucianism C. Daoism D. Buddhism E. Judaism

During the period of the late Roman Empire, Christianity A. experienced a change in it official status B. declined in numbers because of persecutions C. became less organized as the empire fell D. appealed primarily to elite classes E. denied the equality of women in matters of faith

Hinduism A. was based on traditions of the Harappan civilization B. addressed the consequences of one’s behavior C. offered no hope for members of lower castes D. became secondary to Buddhism among the religions of India E. gained little acceptance outside India

Buddhism A. became the most popular faith in India B. was the adopted faith of Gupta rulers C. opposed Confucian ideals of patriarchal families D. changed over time from transmission by traders to its spread through the services of monasteries E. changed over time to teach that common people could reach nirvana

Why do the Daoists say highest good is like water? Water is yielding and soft, yet capable of wearing away stone

What is filial piety? Courtesy & respect for ancestors and elders

What is this structure?

Compare & Contrast Daoism & Confucianism Confucianism is concerned with creating an orderly society. Daoism is concerned with helping people live in harmony with nature. Confucianism stresses an active government, while Daoism stresses Wu Wei Despite these differences Chinese have found them compatible

What are Buddha’s 4 Noble Truths Suffering is inevitable. “To live is to suffer” The cause of suffering is self centered desire or attachment The solution is to eliminate desire and attachments. To reach nirvana, one must follow the Eightfold Path.

According to Buddhists what is the cause of all suffering Desire for worldly possessions

What factors allowed Judaism to spread throughout the Middle East and Mediterranean Assyrians, Babylonians, and then Romans conquered Jewish states causing a Diaspora

What are the Sacred text of the Hindus? The Four sacred Vedas

What is the Daoist concept of Wuwei? Action through non Action “Let nature take its course.” --> “The art of doing nothing.” --> “Go with the flow!”

What is the Daoist concept of Wuwei? Action through non Action “Let nature take its course.” --> “The art of doing nothing.” --> “Go with the flow!”

What is the Dynastic Cycle?

The Dynastic Cycle Start here A new dynasty comes to power. The emperor reforms the govt. & makes it more efficient. Emperor is defeated !! Lives of common people improved; taxes reduced; farming encouraged. The Dynastic Cycle Rebel bands find strong leader who unites them. Attack the emperor. Problems begin (extensive wars, invasions, etc.) Poor lose respect for govt. They join rebels & attack landlords. Taxes increase; men forced to work for army. Farming neglected. Droughts, floods, famines occur. Govt. increases spending; corruption.

What are the 5 relationships in Confucius tradition? 1. Ruler Subject 2. Father Son 3. Husband Wife 4. Older Brother Younger Brother 5. Older Friend Younger Friend

What impact did Confucianism have one Asian culture? Confucian teachings emphasized hierarchy, loyalty, respect Confucian teachings help support the emperors and justify their power

What was Confucius major writing? The Analects or the “Conversation” Focuses on the practicalities of interpersonal relationships and the relationship of the role of rulers and ministers to the conduct of government.

What is Yin & Yang? Yang Yin Masculine Feminine Active Passive Light Warmth Strong Heaven; Sun Feminine Passive Darkness Cold Weak Earth; Moon Yang

What is the Dao? The way. A universal force connected to nature that cannot be defined, only experienced or felt

What are Zoroastrian teachings? Mazda is a supreme deity Believe in 6 lesser deities All individuals will experience judgment and either go to heaven or hell

Who is Zarathustra? A prophet Founder of Zoroastrianism

What factors helped to limit the growth of Zoroastrianism? Many people began converting to Islam

Explain the significance of this person and these pieces of architecture.