Bhagavad Gita Chapter 4 Quiz

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Krishna first instructed the Bhagavad Gita to the sun God whose name was?

Vivasvan

Manu spoke the Bhagavad Gita to his son Iksvaku _____ years ago.

  • 120,000,000
  • 2 million (correct)
  • 3 million
  • 1,200,000

Who was the King of the Earth and forefather of the Raghu Dynasty that established Ayodhya?

  • Iksvaku (correct)
  • Vivasvan
  • Ramachandra
  • Manu

Vivasvan spoke the Bhagavad Gita to __________, the father of mankind.

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Krishna originally spoke the Bhagavad Gita to Vivasvan how many years ago?

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According to the Bhagavad Gita, which two classes of men are mentioned in the 4th Chapter?

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Why did Krishna speak the Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna?

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Krishna descends to the earth whenever and wherever there is:

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An avatar is:

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Lord Buddha appeared to:

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A Sadhu is:

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Name the 10 primary incarnations of Krishna in order:

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What incarnations of Krishna appear in the age of Kali-Yuga?

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What was the purpose of Lord Chaitanya appearing?

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Name three examples of religious activities.

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Name three examples of irreligious activities.

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Why did Matsya appear?

<p>To rescue the sacred Vedic scriptures along with Manu from a massive flood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Kurma appear?

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Why did Varaha appear?

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Why did Nrsimhadeva appear?

<p>To protect the boy devotee Prahalad and to slay the demon Hiranyakasipu.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Vamana appear?

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Why did Parasurama appear?

<p>To slay 21 generations of Ksatriyas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Rama appear?

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Why did Balarama appear?

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Why did Buddha appear?

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Why did Kalki appear?

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What are Purusavatara?

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What are Guna avatara?

<p>Three modes: satya (Vishnu), raja (Brahma), tamas (Shiva)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Lila avatara?

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What are Saktyavesa avatara?

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What are Manvantara avatara?

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What are Yuga avatara?

<p>Satya, Treta, Dvapara, Kali: Avataras of each age</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Channa avatara?

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Flashcards

Bhagavad Gita

The divine discourse of Lord Krishna to Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, providing insights into philosophy, spirituality, and the nature of reality.

Vivasvan

The original recipient of the Bhagavad Gita teachings, who passed them on to Manu.

Manu

The father of mankind, who received the Bhagavad Gita knowledge from Vivasvan.

Iksvaku

King of Earth, from the Raghu Dynasty, established the city of Ayodhya.

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Avatar

An incarnation of the Lord, appearing in different forms to guide and protect humanity.

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Devotees

People who are devoted to Krishna and follow the path of righteousness.

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Demons

Individuals who are driven by ego, materialism, and disregard for spiritual values.

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Disruption in the disciplic succession

The divine reason for Krishna's appearance in the Bhagavad Gita.

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Incarnation of Krishna

Krishna's descent to Earth whenever there is a decline in religious practices and spiritual knowledge.

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Dasavatara

The primary ten incarnations of Vishnu, representing different forms of divine action.

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Promote nonviolence and discourage the killing of animals.

The purpose of Lord Buddha's incarnation.

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Sadhu

An embodiment of complete Krishna consciousness, characterized by spiritual devotion and self-realization.

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Sankirtana movement

The movement initiated by Lord Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, emphasizing the chanting of the Holy Name of the Lord.

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Religious activities

Activities aligned with spiritual values, promoting devotion and connection with the divine.

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Irreligious activities

Actions that contradict spiritual values, driven by material desires and indulgence.

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Saving sacred Vedic scriptures from a great flood.

The divine purpose of Matsya's avatar.

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Preventing Mount Mandara from sinking during the churning of the ocean.

The divine purpose of Kurma's avatar.

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Rescuing the Earth from the demon Hiranyaksa.

The divine purpose of Varaha's avatar.

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Protecting devotee Prahalad and destroying Hiranyakasipu.

The divine purpose of Nrsimhadeva's avatar.

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Defeating King Bali Maharaj, a powerful demon king.

The divine purpose of Vamana's avatar.

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Eliminating 21 generations of Ksatriyas.

The divine purpose of Parasurama's avatar.

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Vanquishing the demon Ravana and exemplifying righteous living.

The divine purpose of Rama's avatar.

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Serving as the Adi-Guru and assisting Krishna in divine pastimes.

The divine purpose of Balarama's avatar.

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Preaching nonviolence and promoting peace.

The divine purpose of Buddha's avatar.

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Eradicating sin at the end of Kali-Yuga.

The divine purpose of Kalki's avatar.

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Purusavatara

Avatars responsible for creation, representing the divine principle of creation.

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Guna Avatara

Avatars embodying the three modes of material nature: Satya, Raja, and Tamasa.

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Lila Avatara

Avatars associated with playful pastimes and divine love.

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Saktyavesa Avatara

Avatars empowered by divine energy, often possessing extraordinary abilities.

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Manvantara Avatara

The fourteen Manus, each symbolizing Krishna, representing different periods of cosmic creation.

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Yuga Avatara

Avatars linked to the four ages of time: Satya, Treta, Dvapara, and Kali.

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Channa Avatara

Avatars who appear in disguise, often exhibiting hidden divine powers.

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Study Notes

Bhagavad Gita Chapter 4 Study Notes

  • Krishna first imparted the Bhagavad Gita to the sun God, Vivasvan.
  • Manu spoke the Bhagavad Gita to his son Iksvaku approximately 2 million years ago.
  • Iksvaku was the King of Earth, the forefather of the Raghu Dynasty, and established the city of Ayodhya.
  • Vivasvan relayed the teachings of Bhagavad Gita to Manu, recognized as the father of mankind.
  • Bhagavad Gita was first spoken by Krishna to Vivasvan 120,400,000 years ago.
  • The 4th chapter identifies two classes of men: demons and devotees.
  • Krishna chose to speak the Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna due to a disruption in the disciplic succession.
  • Krishna incarnates whenever there is a decline in religious practice.
  • An avatar is defined as an incarnation of the Lord.
  • Lord Buddha appeared to promote nonviolence and discourage the killing of animals.
  • A Sadhu is someone who embodies complete Krishna consciousness.

Key Incarnations of Krishna

  • The ten primary incarnations, known as Dasavatara, are:
    • Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Nrsimhadeva, Vamana, Parasurama, Rama, Balarama, Buddha, and Kalki.
  • In the age of Kali-Yuga, Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and Kalki are significant incarnations.
  • Lord Chaitanya's purpose was to spread the Sankirtana movement, emphasizing the chanting of the Holy Name of the Lord.

Religious and Irreligious Activities

  • Examples of religious activities include:
    • Chanting, worshiping the Deity, and offering food to Krishna.
  • Examples of irreligious activities encompass:
    • Drinking, gambling, and meat eating.

Reasons for Various Incarnations

  • Matsya appeared to save sacred Vedic scriptures from a great flood.
  • Kurma's purpose was to prevent Mount Mandara from sinking during the churning of the ocean for nectar.
  • Varaha's incarnation was to rescue the earth from the demon Hiranyaksa.
  • Nrsimhadeva manifested to protect devotee Prahalad and destroy Hiranyakasipu.
  • Vamana appeared to defeat King Bali Maharaj, a powerful demon king.
  • Parasurama was born to eliminate 21 generations of Ksatriyas.
  • Rama's purpose was to vanquish the demon Ravana and exemplify righteous living.
  • Balarama served as the Adi-Guru and assisted Krishna in divine pastimes.
  • Buddha’s purpose was to preach nonviolence.
  • Kalki is foretold to eradicate sin at the end of Kali-Yuga.

Types of Avatars

  • Purusavatara: Agents of creation.
  • Guna Avatara: Representatives of the three modes of material nature—Satya (Vishnu), Raja (Brahma), Tamasa (Shiva).
  • Lila Avatara: Deities with playful pastimes such as Rama and Krishna.
  • Saktyavesa Avatara: Empowered incarnations, exemplified by Parasurama.
  • Manvantara Avatara: The 14 Manus, each symbolizes Krishna.
  • Yuga Avatara: Avatars corresponding to the four ages—Satya, Treta, Dvapara, Kali.
  • Channa Avatara: Hidden incarnations in disguise, represented by Chaitanya Mahaprabhu.

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