Sacred Texts and Scriptures

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Which of the following is NOT a sacred text in Hinduism?

  1. Rigveda

  2. Bhagavad Gita

  3. Qur'an

  4. Upanishads


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Qur'an is the sacred text of Islam, not Hinduism.

What is the central theme of the Bhagavad Gita?

  1. The nature of reality

  2. The meaning of life

  3. The path to salvation

  4. The importance of duty


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Bhagavad Gita is a dialogue between Arjuna and Krishna, in which Krishna teaches Arjuna about the importance of fulfilling one's duty, even in the face of adversity.

Which of the following is NOT one of the four Vedas?

  1. Rigveda

  2. Samaveda

  3. Yajurveda

  4. Atharvaveda


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Atharvaveda is not one of the four Vedas, but is instead a collection of hymns, spells, and charms.

What is the name of the sacred text of Sikhism?

  1. Guru Granth Sahib

  2. Bhagavad Gita

  3. Qur'an

  4. Upanishads


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Guru Granth Sahib is the sacred text of Sikhism, and is considered to be the final authority on Sikh beliefs and practices.

Which of the following is NOT a sacred text in Jainism?

  1. Agama

  2. Anga

  3. Upanga

  4. Bhagavad Gita


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Bhagavad Gita is a sacred text in Hinduism, not Jainism.

What is the name of the sacred text of Buddhism?

  1. Tripitaka

  2. Bhagavad Gita

  3. Qur'an

  4. Upanishads


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Tripitaka is the sacred text of Buddhism, and consists of three parts: the Vinaya Pitaka, the Sutta Pitaka, and the Abhidhamma Pitaka.

Which of the following is NOT a sacred text in Christianity?

  1. Bible

  2. Qur'an

  3. New Testament

  4. Old Testament


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Qur'an is the sacred text of Islam, not Christianity.

What is the name of the sacred text of Islam?

  1. Qur'an

  2. Bhagavad Gita

  3. Tripitaka

  4. Guru Granth Sahib


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Qur'an is the sacred text of Islam, and is believed to be the direct word of God as revealed to the prophet Muhammad.

Which of the following is NOT a sacred text in Judaism?

  1. Tanakh

  2. Talmud

  3. Qur'an

  4. Mishnah


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Qur'an is the sacred text of Islam, not Judaism.

What is the name of the sacred text of Zoroastrianism?

  1. Avesta

  2. Bhagavad Gita

  3. Tripitaka

  4. Guru Granth Sahib


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Avesta is the sacred text of Zoroastrianism, and is believed to contain the teachings of the prophet Zoroaster.

Which of the following is NOT a sacred text in Taoism?

  1. Tao Te Ching

  2. Zhuangzi

  3. I Ching

  4. Qur'an


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Qur'an is the sacred text of Islam, not Taoism.

What is the name of the sacred text of Confucianism?

  1. Analects

  2. Bhagavad Gita

  3. Tripitaka

  4. Guru Granth Sahib


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Analects is the sacred text of Confucianism, and is a collection of sayings and teachings attributed to the philosopher Confucius.

Which of the following is NOT a sacred text in Shintoism?

  1. Kojiki

  2. Nihon Shoki

  3. Qur'an

  4. Manyoshu


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Qur'an is the sacred text of Islam, not Shintoism.

What is the name of the sacred text of Baha'i Faith?

  1. Kitab-i-Aqdas

  2. Bhagavad Gita

  3. Tripitaka

  4. Guru Granth Sahib


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Kitab-i-Aqdas is the sacred text of Baha'i Faith, and is believed to be the direct word of God as revealed to the prophet Baha'u'llah.

Which of the following is NOT a sacred text in Sikhism?

  1. Guru Granth Sahib

  2. Dasam Granth

  3. Bhagavad Gita

  4. Sarbloh Granth


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Bhagavad Gita is a sacred text in Hinduism, not Sikhism.

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