DSST Introduction to World Religions 2

Question 1

The Vedas are the sacred scriptures of which religion?

Accepted Answer

Hinduism

Answer

The Vedas are the oldest sacred scriptures of Hinduism, composed in Vedic Sanskrit and containing hymns, philosophical discussions, and ritual instructions.

Question 2

The Five Pillars of Islam include all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Dhyana (meditation)

Answer

Dhyana (meditation) is a Buddhist and Hindu practice; the Five Pillars of Islam are Shahada, Salah (prayer), Zakat, Sawm (fasting), and Hajj.

Question 3

The sacred scripture of Sikhism is called the:

Accepted Answer

Guru Granth Sahib

Answer

The Guru Granth Sahib is the eternal, living Guru and holy scripture of Sikhism, compiled by Guru Arjan Dev Ji in 1604.

Question 4

In Buddhism, 'Nirvana' refers to which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Liberation from the cycle of suffering and rebirth

Answer

Nirvana is the Buddhist concept of liberation from the cycle of death and rebirth (samsara) through the extinguishing of desire and suffering.

Question 5

The Jewish Sabbath (Shabbat) is observed:

Accepted Answer

From Friday sunset to Saturday nightfall

Answer

Shabbat is observed from Friday sunset to Saturday nightfall, commemorating God's rest on the seventh day of creation.

DSST - DANTES Subject Standardized Tests Practice Test

DSST - DANTES Subject Standardized Tests Practice Test

DSST Introduction to World Religions 2