MC Exam #2 Flashcards
Ancient Hebrews, India, Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa Civilizations, Hinduism, Buddhism, Mauryan Empire, Gupta Empire
What is monotheism?
Belief in one God.
Who were the main prophets in Ancient Hebrew tradition?
Abraham (first patriarch), Isaac, Moses, David.
What was the Covenant in Ancient Hebrew belief?
A promise from God to protect and give land (Canaan) to Abraham and his descendants, in exchange for their faithfulness.
What are the Ten Commandments?
A set of laws for religious and moral behavior, including no idol worship, no murder, and no lying.
Who is the Messiah in Jewish belief?
The expected savior who will liberate and restore Israel’s golden age.
What geographical features shape India?
Monsoons, the Himalayas (natural border), and rivers like the Indus and Ganges.
What type of government did the Indus Valley civilizations have?
Strong, organized central government.
Why hasn’t the Indus Valley writing system been deciphered?
Lack of a translation tool like the Rosetta Stone.
Who did the Indus Valley civilizations trade with?
Mesopotamia.
What does “dharma” mean in Hinduism?
A person’s duty or righteous path.
What is karma?
The belief that actions lead to unavoidable consequences.
What is moksha?
Liberation from the cycle of rebirth, reuniting with Brahman.
What is reincarnation in Hinduism?
The cycle of birth, death, and rebirth influenced by karma.
What is the caste system?
A social hierarchy determined by birth, with roots in Aryan culture.
Who founded Buddhism?
Siddhartha Gautama, an Indian prince seeking the cause of suffering.
