Question: Fire temple is the place of worship of which of the following religion?
A Taoism
B Judaism
C Zoroastrianism
D Shintoism
Answer: Zoroastrianism
| Religion
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Description
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| Zoroastrianism
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· A fire temple in Zoroastrianism is the place of worship for Zoroastrians
· Zoroastrianism is also called as Parsi religion.
· Originated in ancient Persia (modern-day Iran).
· Founded by the prophet Zoroaster (or Zarathustra).
· Fire is a central symbol and used in religious rituals.
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| Taoism
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· Originated in ancient China.
· Founded by Laozi (Lao Tzu).
· Emphasizes living in harmony with the Tao (the Way), a fundamental force governing the universe.
· Focuses on simplicity, balance and the pursuit of inner peace.
· Includes philosophical and religious branches.
· Practices may include meditation, rituals and martial arts. |
| Shintoism
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· It is the indigenous religion of Japan.
· It mostly focuses on kami (spirits or deities) that inhabit nature, ancestors, and other aspects of the world.
· No single founder or central religious text.
· Practices include rituals at Shinto shrines, festivals, and ceremonies.
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| Judaism |
· One of the world’s oldest monotheistic religions.
· Originated in the Middle East.
· Founded by the covenant between God and the Hebrew patriarch Abraham.
· Sacred texts include the Torah (Old Testament) and Talmud.
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