Philosophical Concepts in Eastern Philosophy

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Where does all knowledge come from?

Books and other written materials

Inside the human mind (correct)

Teachers and mentors

The external world

What did the falling of an apple prompt Newton to do?

Invent a new type of apple pie

Study botany

Study his own mind (correct)

Study the properties of apples

How does the text describe the process of uncovering knowledge?

A process of external exploration

An inherent process in individuals (correct)

A result of formal education

A process dependent on physical experiences

In the context of the text, what is meant by 'Karma'?

The process of taking action Signup and view all the answers

What is being compared to the friction that brings out knowledge in the mind?

Suggestion Signup and view all the answers

What is the Sanskrit root word for the term Karma?

Kri Signup and view all the answers

In Eastern philosophy, what is considered as the ultimate goal of mankind?

Knowledge Signup and view all the answers

What is the mistaken belief that leads to misery?

Thinking pleasure is the ultimate goal Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the role of pleasure and pain in shaping character?

Both pleasure and pain equally contribute to character formation Signup and view all the answers

What does Karma mean in the context of Karma Yoga?

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How are past actions viewed in connection with metaphysics?

As causes of present effects Signup and view all the answers

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Questions and Answers

Where does all knowledge come from?

What did the falling of an apple prompt Newton to do?

How does the text describe the process of uncovering knowledge?

In the context of the text, what is meant by 'Karma'?

What is being compared to the friction that brings out knowledge in the mind?

What is the Sanskrit root word for the term Karma?

In Eastern philosophy, what is considered as the ultimate goal of mankind?

What is the mistaken belief that leads to misery?

How does the text describe the role of pleasure and pain in shaping character?

What does Karma mean in the context of Karma Yoga?

How are past actions viewed in connection with metaphysics?

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