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What type of temple was constructed in Rui to honor Buddha and Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar?
What type of temple was constructed in Rui to honor Buddha and Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar?
What is the purpose of the ‘Vishwadharmi Shriram-Rahim Manavta Setu’?
What is the purpose of the ‘Vishwadharmi Shriram-Rahim Manavta Setu’?
What unique feature does the Philosopher Saint Shri Dnyaneshwara World Peace Prayer Hall have?
What unique feature does the Philosopher Saint Shri Dnyaneshwara World Peace Prayer Hall have?
What atmosphere does the interior of the Peace Prayer hall aim to create?
What atmosphere does the interior of the Peace Prayer hall aim to create?
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What is the overarching ideology promoted within the Geeta Bhawan?
What is the overarching ideology promoted within the Geeta Bhawan?
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In which year was Dnyaneshwar's work Dnyaneshwari composed?
In which year was Dnyaneshwar's work Dnyaneshwari composed?
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What language did Dnyaneshwar use to write his philosophical works?
What language did Dnyaneshwar use to write his philosophical works?
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What was the profession of Dnyaneshwar's father, Vitthalapant?
What was the profession of Dnyaneshwar's father, Vitthalapant?
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What motivated Vitthalapant to renounce his worldly life?
What motivated Vitthalapant to renounce his worldly life?
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What event caused Vitthalapant to return to his wife and family after initially becoming a sannyasin?
What event caused Vitthalapant to return to his wife and family after initially becoming a sannyasin?
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What fate befell Dnyaneshwar and his brothers due to their family's unconventional choices?
What fate befell Dnyaneshwar and his brothers due to their family's unconventional choices?
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What was the significance of the sacred thread ceremony in Hinduism?
What was the significance of the sacred thread ceremony in Hinduism?
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Which of the following siblings was born first in Dnyaneshwar's family?
Which of the following siblings was born first in Dnyaneshwar's family?
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What action did Vitthalapant and his wife take as atonement for their sins?
What action did Vitthalapant and his wife take as atonement for their sins?
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What was Nivruttinath's initial hiding place after becoming separated from his family?
What was Nivruttinath's initial hiding place after becoming separated from his family?
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Which river is mentioned as one of the locations where Vitthalapant and his wife immersed themselves?
Which river is mentioned as one of the locations where Vitthalapant and his wife immersed themselves?
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What unusual event occurred to prove that anyone could recite the Vedas?
What unusual event occurred to prove that anyone could recite the Vedas?
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Who became a close friend of Dnyaneshwar after he wrote Amrutanubhav?
Who became a close friend of Dnyaneshwar after he wrote Amrutanubhav?
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What did Dnyaneshwar's devotional compositions, known as Abhangas, relate to in their context?
What did Dnyaneshwar's devotional compositions, known as Abhangas, relate to in their context?
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What practice did Dnyaneshwar desire to enter near the end of his life?
What practice did Dnyaneshwar desire to enter near the end of his life?
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Which group of people attended the feast in honor of Dnyaneshwar and Namdev?
Which group of people attended the feast in honor of Dnyaneshwar and Namdev?
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What was the main purpose of Dhnyaneshwar's life?
What was the main purpose of Dhnyaneshwar's life?
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What is the significance of the work Bhavarthadeepika?
What is the significance of the work Bhavarthadeepika?
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Which concept did Dhnyaneshwar and his family believe in?
Which concept did Dhnyaneshwar and his family believe in?
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What did Dr. Raghunath Narayan Shukla use to prove the existence of cosmic energy at the Samadhi?
What did Dr. Raghunath Narayan Shukla use to prove the existence of cosmic energy at the Samadhi?
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How did the presence of cosmic energy measurements vary with different materials covering the Samadhi?
How did the presence of cosmic energy measurements vary with different materials covering the Samadhi?
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What was the societal context of Dhnyaneshwar's mission?
What was the societal context of Dhnyaneshwar's mission?
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What did the different readings from Dr. Shukla's instruments suggest?
What did the different readings from Dr. Shukla's instruments suggest?
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Who confirmed Dr. Shukla's findings on cosmic energy at Alandi?
Who confirmed Dr. Shukla's findings on cosmic energy at Alandi?
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Which groups were primarily included among the Shudras during Tukaram Maharaj's time?
Which groups were primarily included among the Shudras during Tukaram Maharaj's time?
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What was a significant observation made by Tukaram Maharaj about the state of society at that time?
What was a significant observation made by Tukaram Maharaj about the state of society at that time?
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Who were the three main Muslim rulers mentioned during the time of Tukaram Maharaj?
Who were the three main Muslim rulers mentioned during the time of Tukaram Maharaj?
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Which community did Tukaram Maharaj belong to?
Which community did Tukaram Maharaj belong to?
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What role did Tukaram Maharaj's father, Bolhoba, play in his early life?
What role did Tukaram Maharaj's father, Bolhoba, play in his early life?
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What was the primary occupation of the Kunbis?
What was the primary occupation of the Kunbis?
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In which year was Tukaram Maharaj born?
In which year was Tukaram Maharaj born?
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What was the nature of the political environment during Tukaram Maharaj's time?
What was the nature of the political environment during Tukaram Maharaj's time?
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What motivated Klice and other laureates to embrace the Samadhi at Alandi?
What motivated Klice and other laureates to embrace the Samadhi at Alandi?
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At what age did Saint Dnyaneshwar achieve enlightenment?
At what age did Saint Dnyaneshwar achieve enlightenment?
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What did Saint Dnyaneshwar achieve that many find elusive?
What did Saint Dnyaneshwar achieve that many find elusive?
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What philosophical belief is associated with the family of saints to which Saint Dnyaneshwar belonged?
What philosophical belief is associated with the family of saints to which Saint Dnyaneshwar belonged?
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In which treatise does Dhnyaneshwar explain the relation between higher awareness and light?
In which treatise does Dhnyaneshwar explain the relation between higher awareness and light?
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What does the phrase 'hard to cross this boundless ocean of samsara' imply?
What does the phrase 'hard to cross this boundless ocean of samsara' imply?
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Which of the following aspects of consciousness is elaborated upon by Swami Muktibodhananda in 'Swara Yoga'?
Which of the following aspects of consciousness is elaborated upon by Swami Muktibodhananda in 'Swara Yoga'?
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What metaphor does Saint Dnyaneshwar use to describe the process of surrendering to the absolute?
What metaphor does Saint Dnyaneshwar use to describe the process of surrendering to the absolute?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Religion, Spirituality and Science
- Peace is central to human existence
- Combining religion, spirituality and science creates a holistic approach to peace
- The text explores how these disciplines can promote inner peace, societal well-being, and universal harmony
Peace through Union of Religion/Spirituality and Science:
- Science focuses on the external world and objective truths
- Spirituality delves into subjective experiences and the inner self
- Both seek truth and understanding
- Integrating these disciplines offers a comprehensive perspective on human existence and the universe
Spirituality
- Deeper exploration of one's inner self
- Addresses existential questions like "Who am I?" and "What is the purpose of life?"
- The pursuit of self-knowledge and self-realization
- A continuous journey of self-understanding and moral purification
Swami Vivekananda's Views on Education
- Was a spiritual genius of great intellect and power in India and the world
- Attempted to combine Indian spirituality with Western progress
- Believed that labour for humanity was the noblest endeavour
- Vast knowledge of Eastern and Western culture
- Deep spiritual insight and brilliant conversation.
World's Parliament of Religions
- Won instant celebrity in America and England
- Spread Vedanta philosophy and religion
- Emphasized the importance of understanding between India and the New World
- Focused on promoting synthesis of East and West
- Served as India's spiritual ambassador
Early Life of Swami Vivekananda
- Born into an upper-middle class family in Bengal
- Exposed to Western philosophy, Christianity, and science
- Excellent student
Universal Brotherhood and Peace
- Idea of Universal Brotherhood is deeply rooted in Indian culture
- Encourages viewing beyond individual differences
- Promotes unity and cooperation regardless of race, creed, or nationality
- Promotes warmth, respect, and equality to foster a global sense of interconnectedness
Prof. Dr. Vishwanath Karad's Contributions
- Founder of MIT World Peace University in Pune, India
- Created the World Peace Dome
- A monument dedicated to world peace and interfaith harmony
- Houses statues of philosophers, saints, scientists, and leaders from various religions
- Offers spaces for meditation, reflection, and interfaith dialogue
Peace Lessons from the Indian Epics
- Ramayana, Mahabharata and Puranas constitute the epic literature of India
- Considered an important source of religious and moral guidance for over two thousand years
- These epics have influenced religious and moral thought in India
Diverse Traditions of Meditation
- Meditation is a pathway to cultivate inner stillness, emotional balance, and spiritual growth
- Practices encompass diverse techniques and beliefs across different cultures and religions
Overview of Other Key Philosophers
- Saint Shri Dnyaneshwar: A 13th-century Marathi saint, poet, philosopher and yogi
- Saint Tukaram Maharaj: A 17th-century Marathi saint and poet
- Saint Shri Samartha Ramdas: A 17th-century saint and spiritual poet
Brahma Kumaris
- Worldwide spiritual movement
- Dedicated to personal transformation and world renewal
- Founded in 1937
- Works to cultivate spirituality and peace, with a focus on a deep collective consciousness and individual dignity
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Test your knowledge about various temples built to honor Buddhism and Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar. Explore the unique features of significant structures like the Vishwadharmi Shriram-Rahim Manavta Setu and the Dnyaneshwara World Peace Prayer Hall. Discover the ideologies promoted within these peaceful spaces.
