Jainism, Sikhism, Daoism and Confucianism

What is example of “weak food” (or food that is yin)?

rice

Who was xunzi?

a Confucian thinker who argued that the universe (and therefore humans) were uncaring

Why does Jainism reject a creator god?

Because a perfect god would not create an imperfect world.

When women join the Khalsa, their initiation:

Is the same as men's initiation

What is the role of the ancestors in general Chinese belief?

They must be placated so that they will look after their living family members

What is amrit?

Sweet water

What are considered “safe” jobs in Jainism (that is, jobs that cause little harm)?

medicine, education and law

While Molloy notes that the Dao is everywhere, in which following is it more active and visible?

Water and women

What is liberation in the Sikhi tradition?

To break from samsara and have one’s soul merge with God.

Sallekhana can only occur if:

You are unwell and are in pain

What are tirthankaras?

Crossing-makers; ford-finders; great people who have reached spiritual perfection

Which of the following has jiva?

All of the above

Who was Mencius?

A Confucian philosopher influenced by Daoist ideals

What Jain practices occur on or around the lunar New Year?

both monastic and lay communities fast, they break the fast with confessions of wrong-doing and they plea for a pardon from anyone they may have offended all of the above

What is the Digambara attitude toward women?

Ambivalent -- women can become liberated but it's more difficult for them because they are women

If Confucianism represents the sun, and Daoism represents the moon, what does Buddhism represent?

the earth

In Jainism, karma is:

Physical matter that settles on one's spirit

What is the Qinling Declaration?

A promise to use Daoist temples for ecological education and nature protection

According to Mencius, what is the first sprout?

Concern for others

Which two Sikh gurus were martyred?

Arjan and Tegh Bahadur

How does one become a priest in the Way of the Heavenly Master?

It's an inherited position passed from father to son to grandson through the study and passing of special examinations

Mahavira was?

married with one child

What kind of food offerings are given to the dead in Confucianism?

rice, beer, tea, soda, oranges and other fruit

What is the Daoist attitude toward formal education?

It's too complex and artificial

What is the Book of Rites?

It contains lists of ancient ceremonies and their meanings

What is Ik Oankar?

There is only one God

What are the Stanakavasis known for?

Isolating their community from the rest of Jain society

What does filial piety include?

remembering one's ancestors, respecting parents and elders and caring for children in the family

What themes in Daoist art are most prominent?

streams, bamboo groves and mountains

What was the role of spirits in early Chinese beliefs?

They could bring good luck if properly acknowledged

A Daoist is expected to give up:

Whatever is artificial and unnecessary

Who was Li Bai?

A famous Daoist poet

The Guru Granth Sahib includes:

Both Guru Nanak's writings and writings from other religions

What is a langar?

A community kitchen and meal

Why hasn't Jainism spread globally in the way that Buddhism has?

There is a very strict idea of ahimsa

What qualities must a junzi have?

good leadership, ability to see a problem from all sides and be excellent at filial piety

What is the Sikh conception of hell?

Torturous realms that one can be born into temporarily based on karma

What is the role of gifts in Confucian society?

It's important as a way to show respect--it just can't be too personal or impersonal or too expensive or cheap

In Jainism, a swastika represents:

The four parts of the community: monks, nuns, laymen, laywomen

Why does a house represent yang?

It belongs in the realm of the square and straight line

What is the role of formal education in Confucianism?

It is absolutely needed to cultivate virtue

What is the Daodejing?

A Daoist text widely accepted as the central scripture for Daoism

What types of deities exist in Daoism?

nature spirits, protector householding gods and ancestors

Who is the founder of Sikhi?

Nanak

What are Confucius Institutes?

Chinese university-sponsored organizations that teach Chinese language and culture

Jainism teaches that sex is:

Dangerous and limiting to liberation, and should only be practiced in the context of marriage

Why do initiates wear royal garb on their initiation day?

To remind oneself of everything they are about to lose

To enter the Golden Temple complex (and hence the langar), you must?

cover your hair, take off your shoes and socks and wash your hands and feet

What is li?

Doing what is appropriate, from conducting proper rituals to saying the right thing in life

Who is allowed in a gurdwara?

anyone and everyone

Molloy argues that in the first stage, Sikhi is not a religion but a:

Way of life; an all-encompassing belief

What is the Confucian attitude toward human goodness?

We are all capable of it, but we need to learn it with help from others

What is tai chi?

Arm and leg movements that aid in balance and circulation

What is seva?

Selfless service

What is Heavenly Worthy of Numinous Treasure?

The deity responsible for Daoist insight

What is Neo-Confucianism known for?

The clarification of texts and codification of Confucian thought

What is the Mahapurana?

It means 'great story' and is the story of Mahavira's life written in the 1st century

According to the Five Great Relationships, parents:

Select both the careers and marriages for their children

What does the turban symbolize for Jagmeet Singh?

Unity for all in justice and equality

What are the Three Pillars of Sikhism?

Meditation on God, working hard, sharing with others