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Quiz on Hindu Spiritual Dialogues - Gitas in Scriptures
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Quiz on Hindu Spiritual Dialogues - Gitas in Scriptures

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Who is the author of the Bhagavad-gita?

  • Veda Vyasa (correct)
  • Lord Ganesha
  • Lord Sri Krishna
  • Prince Arjuna
  • What is the Bhagavad-gita often referred to as?

  • The great epic in the world
  • The necklace of eighteen sections
  • The omniscient Veda Vyasa
  • The nectar of the Mahabharatha (correct)
  • What does the phrase 'YADI HASTI TADANYATRA YANNE HASTI NA TAT QUACHIT' imply?

  • What does not exist in the Mahabharata does not exist anywhere (correct)
  • All knowledge in the world is but one fraction of Veda Vyasa's infinite knowledge
  • The Mahabharata is the ancient and largest epic in the world
  • The Bhagavad-gita is a masterpiece
  • What was Lord Ganesha's role in the composition of the Mahabharata?

    <p>He agreed to be Sage Vyasa's scribe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is another name for the Mahabharata?

    <p>'Victory' of good over evil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the term 'Gita' in Hindu scriptures?

    <p>It refers to a spiritual dialogue between teachers and students</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Gita is found in an independent text rather than in the Hindu epics?

    <p>Ramana-Gita</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Bhagavad Gita primarily address?

    <p>Universal issues of life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Gita was composed by Ganapati Muni?

    <p>Ramana-Gita</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Bhagavad Gita referred to as due to its greatness and popularity?

    <p>'The Universal Book of Guidance'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Authorship and Composition

    • The author of the Bhagavad-gita is unknown.
    • Lord Ganesha played a significant role in the composition of the Mahabharata.

    Significance and Names

    • The Bhagavad-gita is often referred to as the "Song of the Lord".
    • Another name for the Mahabharata is "The Great Epic".
    • The term 'Gita' in Hindu scriptures signifies a song or a poetic dialogue.

    Content and Meaning

    • The phrase 'YADI HASTI TADANYATRA YANNE HASTI NA TAT QUACHIT' implies that "if there is a necessity, then it is elsewhere, otherwise it is not worthy of consideration".
    • The Bhagavad Gita primarily addresses the themes of spiritual growth, self-realization, and the struggle between good and evil.

    Other Gitas

    • The Uddhava Gita is found in an independent text rather than in the Hindu epics.
    • The Ramana Gita was composed by Ganapati Muni.

    Importance and Popularity

    • The Bhagavad Gita is often referred to as "The Fifth Veda" due to its greatness and popularity.

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    Test your knowledge of spiritual dialogues between teachers and students found in Hindu scriptures. Explore the diverse Gitas, including examples such as Vidura-Gita, Rama-Gita, Hamsa-Gita, Guru-Gita, Shiva-Gita, Ashtavakra-Gita, Avadhuta-Gita, and Ramana-Gita.

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