29 Questions
Who were the two groups of saints mentioned in the text?
Alvars and Nayanars
Which caste backgrounds did the Nayanars belong to?
Brahmana, Soldier, Chief
In which compilations were the songs of the Alvars compiled?
Divya Prabandham
During which centuries did the Chola and Pandya kings build elaborate temples?
10th and 12th centuries
What are hagiographies?
Religious biographies of saints
How do we use texts about Alvars and Nayanars today?
To write histories of the bhakti tradition
What was the main focus of Kabir's teachings?
Rejecting major religious traditions
Which language did Kabir primarily use in his poetry?
Spoken Hindi
What method did Kabir believe was the only path to salvation?
Bhakti (Devotion)
What was one significant aspect of Kabir's followers?
They were drawn from both Hindus and Muslims
Which concept did Kabir believe in regarding God?
God is formless
How does Shankara define Brahman in his philosophy?
Formless without attributes
According to Shankara, how did he view the world around us?
As an illusion or maya
What was Ramanuja's main emphasis for attaining salvation?
Intense devotion to Vishnu
How did Ramanuja view the relationship between the devotee and Vishnu?
The soul remains distinct even when united with Vishnu
What did Shankara advocate as a path to understand the true nature of Brahman?
Adoption of the path of knowledge
How did Shankara view the individual soul in relation to the Supreme God?
Distinct and separate entities
Where was Guru Nanak born?
Nankana Sahib
What was established at Kartarpur by Guru Nanak for his followers?
A common kitchen (langar)
Who was appointed as Guru Nanak's successor before his death in 1539?
Lehna
Which script was introduced by Guru Angad to compile the compositions of Guru Nanak?
Gurmukhi
Who authenticated the compilation of writings by Guru Arjan in 1604?
Guru Gobind Singh
What is the holy scripture of the Sikhs known as?
Guru Granth Sahib
What was Luther strongly opposed to?
Making donations to the Church for forgiveness of sins
How were Luther's writings widely disseminated?
Through the growth of the printing press
What is a common origin for many Protestant Christian sects?
The teachings of Martin Luther
What did Baba Guru Nanak majorly teach?
Rejection of prevalent religious beliefs
Why did many teachers reject prevalent religious beliefs and practices?
To bring about change or reform
What were the major beliefs and practices of the Sufis known for?
Emphasizing devotion and spiritual practices
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