22 Questions
Why did Adinnapubbaka have his son carried outside on to the verandah?
So that people coming to his house would not see his possessions
Why did Adinnapubbaka make the gold ornaments for his son by himself?
To save payment for workmanship
Where was Matthakundali reborn after he passed away?
The Tavatimsa celestial world
How did Matthakundali profess his faith in the Buddha?
He mentally professed his faith
What did Matthakundali do from his celestial abode?
He appeared to his father in the likeness of his old self
What was the topic of discussion at the house of Adinnapubbaka?
The possibility of rebirth in a celestial world through faith alone
What did Matthakundali urge his father to do?
To approach and invite the Buddha to a meal
What is the main message of the Buddha's verse in this discourse?
That a pure mind is the forerunner of all happiness and wisdom
Who did the Buddha will to appear in person to resolve the discussion?
Matthakundali
What did Adinnapubbaka do with his wealth after the discourse?
He donated it to the cause of the Buddha's Teaching
What was the outcome of Matthakundali's appearance and the Buddha's discourse?
Matthakundali and his father attained Sotapatti Magga and Sotapatti Phala
What is the significance of the Buddha's willingness to have Matthakundali appear in person?
It highlighted the importance of personal experience in understanding the teachings
What is the name of the world where Matthakundali was reborn?
The Tavatimsa world
What did the Buddha see in his Net of Knowledge that morning?
Matthakundali lying on the verandah
What was the significance of the Buddha's decision to stand near the door of Adinnapubbaka's house?
To demonstrate his compassion for the dying son
Why did Matthakundali's appearance to his father have a profound impact?
It marked a turning point in the father's spiritual journey
What did the Buddha's ray of light symbolize in the story?
The Buddha's recognition of Matthakundali's faith
What was the outcome of Matthakundali's mental profession of faith in the Buddha?
He was reborn in the Tavatimsa celestial world
What is the result of speaking or acting with a pure mind?
Happiness follows one
What is the primary factor that determines the outcome of one's actions?
One's mental state
What is the path that Matthakundali and his father attained at the end of the discourse?
Sotapatti Magga and Sotapatti Phala
This quiz is based on the story of Matthakundali, a young Brahmin, and his father Adinnapubbaka. Learn about their lives and the lesson taught by the Buddha. Explore the themes of charity, greed, and the consequences of one's actions.
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