Swami Vivekananda's Impact on the West Quiz

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What was Swami Vivekananda's mission in the West?

To promote Western science over Indian philosophy
To convert people in the West to Indian philosophy
To establish a new religion in the Western world
To bring the message of India to the West and bridge the East-West gap (correct)

How did Vivekananda view divinity?

He believed divinity was limited to certain enlightened individuals
He believed divinity only existed in Indian philosophy
He rejected the concept of divinity
He saw divinity in every living being and promoted the idea of an ever-present infinity of knowledge, bliss, and life (correct)

What did Vivekananda emphasize regarding religion?

The rejection of Western science
The importance of blind faith in religious matters
The need for a rationalistic religion (correct)
The exclusivity of Indian philosophy in spirituality

How did Vivekananda approach his mission in the West?

By aiming to transform, elevate, and help people in the West rather than proselytize or convert (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was significant about Vivekananda's impact on Western thought and life?

It remains not fully understood even a century later (A) Signup and view all the answers

What language did Swami Vivekananda use to convey the message of India to the Western world?

English language Signup and view all the answers

What was Swami Vivekananda's aim regarding the Western people he encountered?

to transform, elevate, and help people in the West, rather than proselytize or convert Signup and view all the answers

What did Vivekananda emphasize regarding the need for religion?

the need for a rationalistic religion Signup and view all the answers

What was the focus of Vivekananda's message and approach?

seeing divinity in every living being and promoting the idea of an ever-present infinity of knowledge, bliss, and life Signup and view all the answers