Religions

Non-West

Date of Origin of Christianity

Christianity originated in the 1st century AD, specifically around the time of Jesus Christ's crucifixion and resurrection.

Date of Origin of Judaism

around 2000 BCE

Date of Origin of Islam

about in 622 CE

Date of Origin of Hindusim

There is not really “date of origin”

Date of Origin of Buddhism

approximately 4th or 5th century BCE (478 BC)

Founder of Christianity

Jesus of Nazareth

Founder of Judasim

Abraham

Founder of Islam

Muhammad

Founder of Hinduism

No single founder since its such an old relgion

Founder of Buddhism

Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha.

Holy Book/Books of christianity

The Bible, consisting of the Old and New Testaments.

Holy Book/Books of Judaism

The Torah

Holy Book/Books of Islam

The Quran/Koran, believed to be the literal word of God as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.

Holy Book/Books of Hinduism

The Vedas, comprising four texts that contain hymns, rituals, and philosophical teachings.

Holy Book/Books of Buddhism

The Tripitaka, also known as the Pali Canon, which contains the teachings of the Buddha. (The four noble Truths)

Rules to live by in Christianity

The Bible contains moral guidelines and teachings, including the Ten Commandments and the teachings of Jesus Christ.

Rules to live by in Judaism

The Torah, encompassing laws, 10 commandments, and guidance for ethical living.

Rules to live by in Islam

The Quran, which provides the fundamental guidelines for faith and practice along with the Five Pillars of Islam, is the primary holy text.

Rules to live by in Hinduism

The Dharma Shastras and Vedas outline ethical principles, duties, and responsibilities, guiding Hindus in their daily lives.

Rules to live by in Buddhism

The Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path serve as the foundational guidelines for ethical and mindful living in Buddhism.

Core practices in Christianity

The Bible, particularly the New Testament, outlines core practices such as love, forgiveness, prayer, and community worship, guiding Christians in their faith and interactions with others.

Core practices in Judaism

The Torah provides guidance on rituals, ethical behavior, and community responsibilities, forming the foundation for Jewish faith and practice.

Core practices in Islam

The Qur'an and Hadith outline core practices including the Five Pillars of Islam, which guide the spiritual and communal life of Muslims.

Core practices in Hinduism

Core practices in Hinduism include rituals, meditation, and adherence to dharma, guiding personal conduct and spiritual practice. Yoga too.

Core practices in Buddhism

Core practices in Buddhism involve meditation, ethical conduct, and the pursuit of enlightenment through the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path.

Place of worship for Christianity

Christians gather in churches, where they participate in communal worship, prayer, and sacraments.

Place of worship for Judaism

The place of worship for Judaism is called a synagogue, where Jews gather for communal prayer, study, and observance of religious traditions.

Place of worship for Islam

The place of worship for Islam is called a mosque, where Muslims gather for communal prayers, sermons, and religious activities.

Place of worship for Hinduism

The place of worship for Hinduism is called a temple, where Hindus gather for rituals, prayers, etc

Place of Worship for Buddhism

The place of worship for Buddhism is called a temple, where Buddhists gather for meditations, rituals, and studies of Buddhas teachings.

The name of god in Christianity

God

The name of god in Judaism

God or Yahweh (which is Hebrew for god)

The name of god in Islam

Allah which means God in Arabic

The name of god in Hinduism

The supreme “GOD” is Brahman but the three main gods of Hinduism include Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva.

The name of god in Buddhism

There is NO god that is worshiped in Buddhism and even Buddha himself is not worshiped by Buddhist (followers). Buddhist or followers of Buddhism only prioritize the teachings of Buddha but do not pray to any gods.

Is Christianity Monotheism or Polytheism?

Monotheism (one god which is the god of Abraham)

Is Judaism Monotheism or Polytheism?

Monotheism (one god which is the god of Abraham)

Is Islam Monotheism or Polytheism?

Monotheism (one god which is the god of Abraham)

Is Hinduism Monotheism or Polytheism?

Polytheism (there are many gods but technically they are one because everything is Brahman)

Is Buddhism Monotheism or Polytheism?

It is either since there is NO GOD in Buddhism

Holy site of Christianity?

Jerusalem

Holy site of Judaism?

Wailing wall/Western wall Jerusalem

Holy site of Islam?

The Kaaba in Mecca

Holy site of Hinduism?

Kashi, Ayodhya, Mathura, Haridwar, Kanchipuram, Ujjain, and Dwarka or all together are known as the Tirthas (Ganges river too).

Holy site of Buddhism?

The Bodhi Tree

Number of follows/ranked in Christianity

There are about 2.4 billion followers and it is the number 1 most practiced Religion out of the five Religions. (1st most practiced religion in the world too)

Number of follows/ranked in Judaism

There are about 15.7 million followers in Judaism and its the number 5 most practiced Religion out the the five Religions (least amount of follows out of the five religions).

Number of follows/ranked in Islam

There are 1.9 billion followers in Islam and it is the second most practiced religion out of the five religions (2nd most practiced religion in the world too).

Number of follows/ranked in Hinduism

There are about 1.2 billion follows in Hinduism making it the 3rd most common religion out of all five of the religions.

Number of follows/ranked in Buddhism

There are about 500 million followers in Buddhism making it the 4th most common religion practiced out of the five relgions.

Foundation of Faith/ Core Beliefs in Christianity

The new covenant with god through the crucifixion of Jesus

Foundation of Faith/ Core Beliefs in Judaism

The covenant with god

Foundation of Faith/ Core Beliefs in Islam

5 pillars of Islam, praying to Allah, believing in one god, knowing Muhammad is the speakerphone of Allah

Foundation of Faith/ Core Beliefs in Hinduism

Dharma, Karma, Samsara, Moksha, Ataman, Brahman, etc

Foundation of Faith/ Core Beliefs in Buddhism

Four noble truths, enlightenment, nirvana, the 8 fold path, trying to understand and end human suffering, the middle way, etc.

Ultimate Goal in Christianity

To go to heaven, glorifying god, etc

Ultimate Goal in Judaism

Believing in god, following commandments of god, pray to god, to fulfill covenant made with god, etc

Ultimate Goal in Islam

Following the Koran, seek to please god, etc

Ultimate Goal in Hinduism

Moksha

Ultimate Goal in Buddhism

Enlightenment or Nirvana

How to reach Ultimate Goal in Christianity?

Love everyone, pray to god, believe in god, follow the Bible, etc

How to reach Ultimate Goal in Judaism?

Pray to God, be nice, follow the Torah, follow gods commandments, the 10 testaments, etc

How to reach Ultimate Goal in Islam?

Belief, Prayer, Charity, Pilgrimage, Fasting, pray to Allah, etc

How to reach Ultimate Goal in Hinduism?

Do ones Dharma to build up good Karma to achieve Moksha which is the breaking of the Samsara or reincarnation cycle. Also Yoga helps too

How to reach Ultimate Goal in Buddhism?

Meditation, find middle way, follow the four noble truths and the 8 fold path, etc.