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1
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What is the central figure of the Bahá’í Faith?

A

Bahá’u’lláh

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True or False: The Bahá’í Faith originated in the 19th century.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The Bahá’í Faith emphasizes the oneness of ______.

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humanity

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Which book is considered the most important scripture in the Bahá’í Faith?

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The Kitáb-i-Aqdas

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What does the term ‘Bahá’í’ mean?

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Follower of Bahá’u’lláh

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What is the Bahá’í administrative order?

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A system of governance based on elected councils.

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True or False: Bahá’ís believe in the concept of progressive revelation.

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True

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Who was the forerunner of Bahá’u’lláh?

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The Báb

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What is the primary purpose of the Bahá’í community?

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To promote unity and peace among all people.

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Fill in the blank: Bahá’ís celebrate the ______ as a holy day.

A

Naw-Rúz

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What is the Bahá’í view on religion?

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Religion is seen as a means to unite humanity and promote moral development.

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Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a principle of the Bahá’í Faith? A) Equality of men and women B) Independent investigation of truth C) Racial superiority

A

C) Racial superiority

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What is the significance of the Shrine of Bahá’u’lláh?

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It is the holiest site for Bahá’ís.

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True or False: The Bahá’í Faith promotes the concept of a single global government.

A

True

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What is the role of the Universal House of Justice?

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It is the highest governing body of the Bahá’í Faith.

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Fill in the blank: Bahá’ís are encouraged to engage in ______ service.

A

social

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What is the Bahá’í stance on education?

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Education is essential for the development of individuals and society.

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Which principle emphasizes the elimination of prejudice?

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The oneness of humanity

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True or False: Bahá’ís believe in the separation of religion and science.

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False

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What is the Bahá’í calendar called?

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The Badí’ calendar

21
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Multiple choice: How many months are in the Bahá’í calendar? A) 11 B) 12 C) 19

A

C) 19

22
Q

Fill in the blank: The Bahá’í Faith teaches that all major religions come from the same ______.

A

source

23
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What is the significance of the 19-Day Feast in the Bahá’í community?

A

It is a time for community gathering, consultation, and prayer.

24
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True or False: Bahá’ís are encouraged to participate in the political process.

A

False

25
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What is a core teaching of the Bahá’í Faith regarding gender?

A

The equality of men and women.

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Fill in the blank: Bahá’ís strive to create a ______ society.

A

just

27
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What does the term ‘House of Worship’ refer to in the Bahá’í Faith?

A

A place of prayer and community service.

28
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What is the Bahá’í view on the environment?

A

It emphasizes the importance of protecting the environment.

29
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is a Bahá’í holy day? A) Christmas B) Ridván C) Diwali

A

B) Ridván

30
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True or False: Bahá’ís believe in the immortality of the soul.

A

True

31
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Fill in the blank: The Bahá’í Faith advocates for ______ education for all.

A

universal

32
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What is the concept of ‘consultation’ in the Bahá’í community?

A

A process of collective decision-making.

33
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What are the three central figures of the Bahá’í Faith?

A

The Báb, Bahá’u’lláh, and ‘Abdu’l-Bahá.

34
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True or False: Bahá’ís are encouraged to engage in materialism.

A

False

35
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What does Bahá’í teachings say about world peace?

A

It is essential for the survival of humanity.

36
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Fill in the blank: The Bahá’í community is known for its commitment to ______ justice.

A

social

37
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What is a Bahá’í marriage ceremony called?

A

A Bahá’í marriage ceremony.

38
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a Bahá’í teaching? A) The harmony of science and religion B) The superiority of one race over another C) The importance of community service

A

B) The superiority of one race over another

39
Q

True or False: Bahá’ís believe in a single God who is the source of all creation.

A

True

40
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Fill in the blank: The Bahá’í Faith teaches that all people are ______.

A

equal

41
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What is the role of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá in the Bahá’í Faith?

A

He was the son of Bahá’u’lláh and the authorized interpreter of His teachings.

42
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What is the concept of ‘unity in diversity’ in the Bahá’í Faith?

A

The idea that diversity among peoples is a source of strength.

43
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True or False: Bahá’ís are allowed to engage in partisan politics.

A

False

44
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Fill in the blank: Bahá’ís observe a period of fasting for ______ days.

A

19

45
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Which principle promotes the idea of the elimination of extremes of wealth and poverty?

A

The oneness of humanity

46
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What does the term ‘Bayán’ refer to in the Bahá’í Faith?

A

The writings of The Báb.

47
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Multiple choice: What is the purpose of Bahá’í pilgrimage? A) To visit holy sites B) To engage in tourism C) To meet with local leaders

A

A) To visit holy sites

48
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What is the significance of the 12 Principles of the Bahá’í Faith?

A

They guide the moral and ethical conduct of Bahá’ís.

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