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  1. Which son of Abraham is regarded as the ancestor of the Arab people and is central to Islamic heritage?

    Answer: Ishmael

    Ishmael (Ismail in Arabic), Abraham's firstborn son through Hagar, is regarded in Islamic tradition as an ancestor of the Arab people and a prophet.

  2. Which woman in the New Testament was the first to see the risen Jesus and brought news of the resurrection to the disciples?

    Answer: Mary Magdalene

    Mary Magdalene was the first person to encounter the risen Jesus at the empty tomb and was sent by Jesus to tell the disciples of his resurrection.

  3. In Islam, which companion of Prophet Muhammad is known as 'Al-Farouq', meaning one who distinguishes truth from falsehood?

    Answer: Umar ibn al-Khattab

    Umar ibn al-Khattab was given the title 'Al-Farouq' by Prophet Muhammad, recognizing his ability to distinguish right from wrong; he became the second Caliph.

  4. Which Old Testament king is renowned for his God-given wisdom and for building the first Temple in Jerusalem?

    Answer: Solomon

    King Solomon, son of David, is renowned for his divinely granted wisdom and for constructing the First Temple in Jerusalem as a permanent dwelling for God's Ark.

  5. Which prophet in both the Bible and Quran is associated with a miraculous birth to elderly parents and prepared the way for Jesus/Isa?

    Answer: John the Baptist

    John the Baptist (Yahya in the Quran) was born miraculously to the elderly Zechariah and Elizabeth, and his mission was to prepare the way for Jesus.

  6. In African Traditional Religion, what does the term 'Okomfo' or 'priest/priestess' primarily do?

    Answer: Act as a medium between the living and spiritual forces/deities

    The Okomfo (traditional priest/priestess) serves as a medium who communicates with deities and ancestors on behalf of the community.

  7. Which reformer challenged corruption in the Catholic Church in 1517 by publishing his famous Ninety-Five Theses?

    Answer: Martin Luther

    Martin Luther, a German monk, sparked the Protestant Reformation in 1517 by publishing his Ninety-Five Theses challenging practices like the sale of indulgences.