Sufism and Francis Xavier in India
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What principle of Sufism emphasizes the need for inner purity and self-discipline?

  • Reaching God
  • Oneness of God
  • Inner Purity and Self-Discipline (correct)
  • Equality

    • Which of the following contributions is attributed to Francis Xavier in India?

  • Promoting Hindi as a language of worship
  • Founding the Chisti Order
  • Developing vernacular literature
  • Establishing St. Paul's College (correct)

    • Which significant event marked the beginning of Portuguese trade and colonial influence in India?

  • Vasco da Gama's landing in Calicut (correct)
  • The establishment of St. Thomas's congregations
  • The founding of the Society of Jesus
  • Francis Xavier's arrival in Goa

    • What was a key teaching of Nizam-ud-Din Aulia as a Sufi saint?

    <p>Love and devotion lead to God (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Francis Xavier is known for his missionary work primarily in which regions of India?

    <p>Southern and Northern India (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Xavier’s primary focus regarding children born of Portuguese sailors and Indian women?

    <p>He intended to ensure they were not considered illegitimate. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the contributions of missionaries in India during Xavier's time?

    <p>They contributed to the advancement of education. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which social issues did Xavier and the missionaries focus on addressing?

    <p>Child marriage, polygamy, and the devadasi system. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which values did Xavier emphasize in his preaching?

    <p>Compassion, humility, charity, and mercy. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of Xavier’s attempt to convert the King of Travancore?

    <p>It was not very successful. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Nizam-ud-Din Aulia

    A prominent Sufi saint of the Chisti Order, born in 1238.

    Sufism Principles

    Core doctrines include reaching God through love, oneness of God, human equality, inner purity, and self-discipline.

    Impact of Sufism

    Sufi saints promoted local languages and bridged gaps between Hindus and Muslims.

    Francis Xavier

    A key Roman Catholic missionary who spread Christianity in India in the 16th century.

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    St. Thomas in India

    Established Christian congregations in Kerala around 345 AD, predating European arrival.

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    St. Francis Xavier's Mission

    He aimed to convert nobles and educate lower classes.

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    Xavier's Love for Children

    He sought to legitimize children of sailors and Indian women through Christian marriage.

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    Audience with King of Travancore

    He attempted to convert the king and subjects, with little success.

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    Missionaries' Contributions

    They advanced education and established hospitals, orphanages, addressing social issues.

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    Xavier's Human Values

    Preached compassion, humility, charity, and summarized Christian faith for understanding.

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