World Religions Trivia

Is Scientology a genuine religion, able to achieve some of the lofty goals it has set for itself, or is it a dangerous, money-grubbing cult? I'll guarantee one thing, it's always controversial!

This quiz is a mix of beliefs and religions from all across the globe, many quite rare compared to the more common and well-known ones.

Phoenix Rising's Red Crew took a peek at the different religions in China, and this was the result.

Poland, a land of a fiercely proud people who defined religious freedoms, are more than just a Catholic stronghold amidst neighbors of protestant, orthodox and non-religious states. See how history shaped religion in Poland...

This is little quiz on the concepts of Karma and Reincarnation. I have been studying some laws of spirituality and wanted to share them with everyone, in quiz form. Good luck! I have cited the sources for my questions.

Japan is a land steeped in traditions and with a melting pot of religions. While religious practice as such is on the decline, the Japanese spiritual beliefs remain. Here is a snapshot of the spiritual life of Japan.

Religion normally transcends political boundaries but in Cuba, the state has had a major role in shaping its religious beliefs. Couple this with a rich African heritage and Cuba has a unique religious identity.

The Druze are an ethnic group and a religion that keep their ways very mysterious and close to their chests. From what we do know, test your knowledge about these fascinating people.

With the popularity of "The Da Vinci Code" and recent publication of English translations of "The Gospel of Thomas," Gnosticism is increasingly re-entering the public arena. Who were the Gnostics, and what did they believe?

India is a land of diverse faiths giving rise to varied religious customs and traditions. All the questions in this quiz deal with four religions that have originated on the Indian subcontinent - Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism and Jainism.

According to the ancient Australian aboriginal belief system, the world and all that exists therein are part and result of a dream. Let's explore The Dreaming - a fascinating belief system very unlike the world's major religions.

The Rastafarians are a colorful and unique religious group with music and style that is synonymous with Caribbean life. But how much do you really know about them?

Egypt, is an ancient country with a rich and diverse religious diversity. This quiz chronicles the religious culture of the Egyptian people.

The Rajneeshee came to Oregon (USA) in 1981. This religious cult had a profound effect on life in this western state. Suggest researching topic before attempting quiz.

Set aside your wu wei for a moment and see if you can think (or not-think) like a Taoist master...

Get out your Sanskrit-English dictionary and get ready to take a quiz on this little-known religion!

New religions emerge practically every year. In 2005, a man named Bobby Henderson revealed his faith in the Flying Spaghetti Monster, a belief that has never been taken seriously. But then again, weren't all religions deemed crazy at first?

Driving through New Orleans, Louisiana I saw a most intriguing sign posted at 618 Park Avenue...

An introduction to this religion and way of life which has over one million followers worldwide.

The Inuit people inhabit some of the most inhospitable lands in the world. They have a rich mythology and long history of storytelling. Some of their myths and legends are fascinating. I bet you learn at least one thing from this quiz.

Founded in 2005 by physics graduate Bobby Henderson, The Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster is one of the fastest growing Churches in the World.

There are many different religions in the world, and the Druze one has not yet received a quiz! I thought I would make one for you all and help myself learn more about it, too! Enjoy!

The Dharmic religion Jainism features 24 enlightened spiritual teachers, known as 'Tirthankaras'. This quiz features the first ten of them. Identify the names of the Tirthankaras (on the right), given their descriptions and their emblems (on the left).

With over two million followers, Candomblé is not a small religion, but is not especially well known.

I'm surprised there's no quiz in here on Confucianism! Here are some items related to this religion founded by, who else, Confucius.

How much do you know about B'nai Noach? All verses come from the Jewish Publication Society - Divine Name Restored.

Eurasian shamanism is considerably different from other shamanic traditions. This quiz is intended to provide an overview of basic shamanic practices in Europe and Asia. All information is taken from "Shamanism: An Introduction" by Margaret Stutley.

Do you believe in God?! How well do you know in what the average American believes? Discover more about the fascinating religious beliefs of Americans and how they conform to other cultures, if at all.

Heresy used to simply mean "not Orthodox"; Gnosticism may have come close to becoming the predominant Christian sect in the 2nd century. Let's see how much you know about it!

Canada is a large and diverse nation. These questions will test your knowledge about the demographics of religion in Canada, based on data collected from the 2001 census.

A quiz on a somewhat new, very unique sect known as PRISM, or the Progressive Realists. Play this quiz to learn more, or see how much you know.

African slaves brought to Cuba were forbidden from practicing their African religions. They were able to keep their religious beliefs alive by merging customs and beliefs with Catholicism into what has "evolved" into Santeria.

"In the beginning was the word, and the word was 'Arrrgh'." -Piraticus 13:7 R'Amen friends!

The Church of Ed Wood is a legal religion with members on five continents. Its primary function is the enjoyment and study of the splendiferously supernal works of B-movie director Edward D. Wood, Jr.