1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions - NSC Religion Studies - Question 1 - 2018 - Paper 1
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1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the answer and write only the letter (A-D) next to the question numbers (1.1.... show full transcript
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1.2.1 A Christian sacrament of initiation using water to symbolize the cleansing of sin is known as …
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The Christian sacrament of initiation that uses water to symbolize the cleansing of sin is known as Baptism.
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1.2.2 A Buddhist phrase or verse, believed to be of divine origin, used in meditation is called a/an …
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A Buddhist phrase or verse, believed to be of divine origin and used in meditation, is called a Mantra.
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1.2.3 In Hinduism, liberation from the ongoing cycle of reincarnation is known as …
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In Hinduism, liberation from the ongoing cycle of reincarnation is known as Moksha.
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1.2.4 On Mount Sinai God gave the … to Moses as rules by which the Jewish people had to live.
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On Mount Sinai, God gave the Ten Commandments to Moses as rules by which the Jewish people had to live.
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1.2.5 The … is the Fifth Pillar and the annual pilgrimage to Mecca.
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The Hajj is the Fifth Pillar and the annual pilgrimage to Mecca.
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1.2.6 Formal religious actions with a ceremonial purpose are called …
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Formal religious actions with a ceremonial purpose are called Rituals.
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1.5.1 Hermeneutics
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Hermeneutics is the study of the interpretation of sacred texts and scriptures. The term derives from the Greek word 'hermeneuein', meaning 'to interpret'.
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1.5.2 Yin and Yang
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Yin and Yang are fundamental principles in Taoism representing dualism in the natural world. Yin represents passive, dark, and yielding qualities while Yang represents active, light, and forceful characteristics.
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1.5.3 Covenant
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A covenant is a solemn agreement or vow. It is generally associated with Judaism and signifies an agreement made by God with His people.
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1.5.4 Buddha
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The term 'Buddha' means 'enlightened one'. It refers specifically to Siddhartha Gautama, the founder of Buddhism, who achieved enlightenment and shared his teachings.
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1.5.5 Divine
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The term 'divine' refers to anything related to God or a deity. This can include traits, attributes, or beings that are considered sacred or holy.
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1.6.1 Theravada means the 'Greater Vehicle'.
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This statement is false. Theravada means the 'Way of the Elders'. The 'Greater Vehicle' refers to Mahayana Buddhism.
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1.6.2 Syncretism dictates the moral order in African Traditional Religion.
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This statement is false. Syncretism is the formation of a new religion by combining aspects of different religions.
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1.6.3 Shoghi Effendi (1897–1957) was a Muslim leader.
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This statement is false. Shoghi Effendi was a leader of the Bahá'í Faith.
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1.6.4 The Tao that can be told of is not the eternal Tao.
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This statement is true.
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1.6.5 Buddhists attain karma through a lifetime of wisdom, meditation and practice.
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This statement is false. Buddhists believe that karma is the result of one's actions, shaping future experiences, but the attainment of enlightenment or Nirvana is not merely through wisdom and meditation.
