Elements of Rite (Leaving Cert Religious Education): Quizzes
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Hindu rituals represent the outward demonstration of what?
Hindu rituals represent the outward demonstration of what?
Inner beliefs & emotions
What is the Hindu worship approach called Puja based on?
What is the Hindu worship approach called Puja based on?
Treating the divine as an honoured guest
What is the Sanskrit term for the services offered during Puja?
What is the Sanskrit term for the services offered during Puja?
Upacharas
Why does fire hold special significance in Hindu rituals?
Why does fire hold special significance in Hindu rituals?
It naturally ascends upward
Which substance is offered in Hindu fire worship?
Which substance is offered in Hindu fire worship?
Clarified butter (ghee)
How many main types of Hindu ritual observance exist?
How many main types of Hindu ritual observance exist?
Three
What is a common activity in the daily liturgy?
What is a common activity in the daily liturgy?
Lighting a lamp at the family altar
What is Punyaha Vachanam?
What is Punyaha Vachanam?
A purification ceremony
How long is the annual festival held at every Hindu temple?
How long is the annual festival held at every Hindu temple?
10 days
What are Samskaras?
What are Samskaras?
Life-cycle sacraments
How many personal Samskaras exist according to traditional Hindu law?
How many personal Samskaras exist according to traditional Hindu law?
Thirteen
When does the Namakarana naming ceremony typically occur?
When does the Namakarana naming ceremony typically occur?
On the 10th day after birth