In Catholic practice, a string of prayer beads is called what?
AnswerA rosary
The rosary guides a sequence of prayers.
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7 fact-checked facts about prayer and reflection traditions around the world, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.
The basics
Toward which city do Muslims face during prayer?
AnswerMecca
Muslims face the Kaaba in Mecca.
Going deeper
How many daily prayers are prescribed in Islam?
AnswerFive
Salah is performed five times a day.
Hindu and Buddhist prayer beads are called what?
AnswerA mala
A mala helps count mantra repetitions.
The Lord's Prayer appears in which two Gospels?
AnswerMatthew and Luke
Versions appear in Matthew 6 and Luke 11.
Expert level
How many beads does a traditional mala have?
Answer108
108 is a sacred number in Hindu and Buddhist traditions.
What is the Arabic term for the direction of prayer?
AnswerQibla
The qibla points toward the Kaaba.
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