Question

1. which of the major religions share a belief in reincarnation?

hinduism, islam, and jainism
buddhism, judaism, and confucianism
buddhism, hinduism, and sikhism
christianity, judaism, and islam
clear all

Explanation:

• Hinduism: Central to its beliefs is the concept of samsara (cycle of birth, death, and rebirth).
• Buddhism: Shares the idea of rebirth as part of the cycle of suffering (dukkha) until enlightenment (nirvana) is achieved.
• Sikhism: While its main focus is on devotion to one God (Waheguru), it also has roots in the Indic religious traditions that include the concept of reincarnation until union with the divine is attained.
• Islam: Believes in resurrection on the Day of Judgment, not reincarnation.
• Judaism: Mainstream Judaism focuses on the after - life in a spiritual realm (like Olam Ha - Ba) rather than reincarnation.
• Confucianism: Is more of a philosophical and ethical system focused on social harmony and moral conduct in this life, not on reincarnation.
• Christianity: Teaches about heaven, hell, and the resurrection of the dead at the end - time, not reincarnation.

Answer:

Buddhism, Hinduism, and Sikhism