What religious tradition did the Axumites pass on to the Ethiopians a Christianity Hinduism Islam Buddhism?

What religious tradition did the Axumites pass on to the Ethiopians a Christianity Hinduism Islam Buddhism?

Buddhism. Christianity is the religious tradition that the Axumites passed on to the Ethiopians.

Which of the following kingdoms had a port on the Red Sea?

Nubia. Axum kingdom had a port on the Red Sea.

How was it possible for the culture of Aksum to become a blend of many cultures throughout the region?

Because of Aksum’s location and role in international trading, the culture of Aksum became a blend of many cultures throughout the region. They were influenced by the Egyptians, the Greeks, the Romans, and the Arabs. Christianity, the primary religion after 325 CE, had a major influence on the culture as well.

What kinds of structures were built in Aksum and what purpose did they serve?

What kinds of structures were built in Aksum, and what purpose did they serve? The temples were for the worship of God, the churches were for mass and the sabbath, the pillars recorded important victories and achievements. The belief that spirits exist in animals, plants, other natural objects, and natural forces.

What kind of religion do they have in Ethiopia?

Religion. The main religions in Ethiopia are Christianity, Islam, Judaism and Paganism. Ethiopia is a predominantly Christian country and the majority of Christians are Orthodox Tewahedo Christians, who belong to the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church. There are a minority of Christians who are Roman Catholic or Protestant.

Why do Ethiopian Orthodox abstain from eating meat?

According to the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church belief, the faithful must abstain from eating meat and diary products to attain forgiveness of sins committed during the year, and undergo a rigorous schedule of prayers and atonement.

Why did the Muslims seek refuge in Ethiopia?

In 615 AD, the prophet Muhammad encouraged a group of Muslims to seek refuge in Ethiopia as they escaped religious persecution in Mecca in Arabia. At that time, then-King Axum protected the religious refugees and refused demands to send them back to Arabia.

When does the Ethiopian Orthodox Church fast for Christmas?

The Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Christian fasting periods are: all Wednesdays and Fridays except the 50 days between Easter and Pentecost. Tsome Neviyat (the fast of the Prophets known as Advent): 43 days fasting before Christmas which starts from 15 November to 28 December Ethiopian Calendar.