Eastern Philosophy and Spiritual Concepts Quiz
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Which term refers to the infinite spirit and the ground of all existence in Hinduism?

  • Atman
  • Brahmin
  • Buddha
  • Brahman (correct)

    • What does the term 'nirvana' refer to in Buddhism?

  • A form of meditation
  • A goal of extinguishing sorrow's cause (correct)
  • A sacred scripture
  • A type of Buddhist priest

    • What is the term 'saguna' associated with in Hindu philosophy?

  • With qualities, with form (correct)
  • Infinite spirit
  • Formless absolute
  • Dissolution and annihilation

    • In Jainism, who are the Svetambara?

    <p>White-clad Jain ascetics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'dharma' in Hinduism?

    <p>Duty, religion, law, also a god</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'siddhi' refer to in South Asian religious context?

    <p>Special or magical power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one major significance of the Mahabharata for Hinduism?

    <p>It is a major epic that includes the Bhagavad Gita</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the Sramana movement?

    <p>Questioning movement out of which Buddhism, Jainism, and the Upaniṣads emerged</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Theosophical Society most associated with?

    <p>Occultism and South Asian religious teachings on yoga</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the Baul community?

    <p>Musical yogis and fakirs of Bengal not bound by any single religion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of the Baul community?

    <p>Emphasis on music and poetry in their spiritual practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What sets the Baul apart from many other religious practitioners in Bengal?

    <p>Their rejection of orthodox religious norms and practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

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