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What is one of the key ideas emphasized in the text regarding the duty of the householder in Karma-Yoga?
What is one of the key ideas emphasized in the text regarding the duty of the householder in Karma-Yoga?
- Performing actions that benefit society and contribute to the common good. (correct)
- Seeking only personal gain without benefiting others.
- Avoiding any form of work or activity in daily life.
- Speaking harshly and spreading rumors about others.
What is the significance of duty in Karma-Yoga philosophy?
What is the significance of duty in Karma-Yoga philosophy?
- Duty is subjective and varies depending on an individual's preferences.
- Duties are unimportant and should not be a focus in life.
- Duty should always be avoided to achieve true spiritual enlightenment.
- Each individual must perform their duties diligently based on their circumstances. (correct)
What does the text convey about fear in relation to weakness?
What does the text convey about fear in relation to weakness?
- Fearlessness is a sign of weakness according to Karma-Yoga philosophy.
- Fear should be embraced as a natural human emotion.
- Fear is a trait associated with strength and courage.
- Fear is considered a sign of weakness in the teachings discussed. (correct)
In what context does the text discuss the idea that duty for one individual may differ from another?
In what context does the text discuss the idea that duty for one individual may differ from another?
Why was the Sannyasin astonished after listening to the Vyadha's teachings?
Why was the Sannyasin astonished after listening to the Vyadha's teachings?
According to the Vyadha, why does he not consider any duty as ugly or impure?
According to the Vyadha, why does he not consider any duty as ugly or impure?
What quality does the Vyadha possess that enables him to gain knowledge despite not being a Yogi or Sannyasin?
What quality does the Vyadha possess that enables him to gain knowledge despite not being a Yogi or Sannyasin?
Why does the sage mentioned in the text refuse to teach others when asked questions?
Why does the sage mentioned in the text refuse to teach others when asked questions?
What power did the Yogi demonstrate when he saw the crow and the crane fighting?
What power did the Yogi demonstrate when he saw the crow and the crane fighting?
Why did the woman ask the young man to wait before giving him food?
Why did the woman ask the young man to wait before giving him food?
What realization did the woman share about her own practice of Yoga?
What realization did the woman share about her own practice of Yoga?
What lesson did the young man learn from the woman's response?
What lesson did the young man learn from the woman's response?
