Pashupatinath Temple Insights

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What is the main activity involving the corpses at Pashupatinath Temple?

  • Cremation of the deceased (correct)
  • Preservation of the deceased
  • Mummification of the deceased
  • Burial of the deceased

What do the washerwomen do at the Pashupatinath Temple?

  • Lead the ceremonies for the deceased
  • Perform purification rituals
  • Wash clothes on the river banks (correct)
  • Prepare offerings for the deities

What is placed in baskets and dropped into the river as a form of offering?

  • Coins and candies
  • Flowers and leaves (correct)
  • Rice and water
  • Food and grains

What does the term 'half-shrine' refer to in this context?

<p>A representation of a wilted offering (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What significant event occurs when the ceremony at the Pashupatinath Temple is completed?

<p>The goddess escapes and the evil period ends (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is NOT described as being present at Pashupatinath Temple?

<p>Elephants (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significant event mentioned that happens at Pashupatinath Temple?

<p>A conflict between two monkeys (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason given for the Westerners being challenged?

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Why is the scene at Pashupatinath described as 'febrile confusion'?

<p>There are many people present with various intentions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the author imply about the people present at the temple?

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Flashcards

Pashupatinath Temple

A sacred Hindu temple in Kathmandu, significant for rituals and worship.

Access Restrictions

Entry to Pashupatinath is reserved for Hindus, excluding others.

Holy Bagmati River

A sacred river near Pashupatinath where rituals take place.

Temple Environment

A bustling scene with people, animals, and vendors in Pashupatinath.

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Nepalese Princess

A figure of respect encountered during the visit, symbolizing cultural importance.

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Cremation Rituals

The practice of burning the bodies of deceased individuals at the temple.

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Offerings in Rituals

Flowers and leaves placed in baskets and dropped into the river during ceremonies.

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Half-Shrine

Concept representing incomplete rituals or offerings at the temple.

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Emerging Evil

The belief that completing certain rituals at the temple ends negative periods or influences.

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