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Jain Philosophy: The Concept of Arihant

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What is the primary goal of a Jain?

  1. To achieve moksha

  2. To attain nirvana

  3. To become an Arihant

  4. To accumulate wealth


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary goal of a Jain is to achieve moksha, which is liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

What is an Arihant?

  1. A fully enlightened being

  2. A liberated soul

  3. A spiritual teacher

  4. A god


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

An Arihant is a fully enlightened being who has conquered all inner enemies, such as anger, greed, and pride.

What is the difference between an Arihant and a Tirthankara?

  1. An Arihant is a liberated soul, while a Tirthankara is a spiritual teacher

  2. An Arihant is a fully enlightened being, while a Tirthankara is a god

  3. An Arihant is a male, while a Tirthankara is a female

  4. There is no difference between an Arihant and a Tirthankara


Correct Option:
Explanation:

An Arihant is a fully enlightened being who has conquered all inner enemies, while a Tirthankara is a spiritual teacher who guides others on the path to moksha.

How many Tirthankaras have there been?

  1. 24

  2. 108

  3. 52

  4. 72


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

There have been 24 Tirthankaras in the Jain tradition, the last of whom was Mahavira.

What are the three jewels of Jainism?

  1. Right faith, right knowledge, and right conduct

  2. Non-violence, truthfulness, and non-stealing

  3. Ahimsa, aparigraha, and asteya

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The three jewels of Jainism are right faith, right knowledge, and right conduct.

What is the principle of ahimsa?

  1. Non-violence

  2. Truthfulness

  3. Non-stealing

  4. Celibacy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ahimsa is the principle of non-violence, which is one of the most important teachings of Jainism.

What is the principle of aparigraha?

  1. Non-violence

  2. Truthfulness

  3. Non-stealing

  4. Non-attachment


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Aparigraha is the principle of non-attachment, which means not being attached to material possessions.

What is the principle of asteya?

  1. Non-violence

  2. Truthfulness

  3. Non-stealing

  4. Celibacy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Asteya is the principle of non-stealing, which means not taking anything that does not belong to you.

What is the Jain view of the soul?

  1. The soul is eternal and indestructible

  2. The soul is created at birth and dies at death

  3. The soul is reincarnated after death

  4. The soul is an illusion


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Jain view of the soul is that it is eternal and indestructible.

What is the Jain view of the universe?

  1. The universe is eternal and cyclical

  2. The universe is created and destroyed by a god

  3. The universe is an illusion

  4. The universe is governed by natural laws


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Jain view of the universe is that it is eternal and cyclical.

What is the Jain view of karma?

  1. Karma is the sum of a person's actions

  2. Karma is a force that determines a person's destiny

  3. Karma is an illusion

  4. Karma is a punishment for sin


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Jain view of karma is that it is the sum of a person's actions.

What is the Jain view of moksha?

  1. Moksha is liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth

  2. Moksha is union with God

  3. Moksha is the attainment of nirvana

  4. Moksha is an illusion


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Jain view of moksha is that it is liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

What is the Jain view of nirvana?

  1. Nirvana is liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth

  2. Nirvana is union with God

  3. Nirvana is the attainment of moksha

  4. Nirvana is an illusion


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Jain view of nirvana is that it is the attainment of moksha.

What is the Jain view of the path to moksha?

  1. The path to moksha is through right faith, right knowledge, and right conduct

  2. The path to moksha is through meditation and yoga

  3. The path to moksha is through asceticism and self-denial

  4. The path to moksha is through the grace of God


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Jain view of the path to moksha is that it is through right faith, right knowledge, and right conduct.

What is the Jain view of the role of the guru?

  1. The guru is a spiritual teacher who guides the disciple on the path to moksha

  2. The guru is a god who can grant moksha to the disciple

  3. The guru is an ascetic who has attained moksha

  4. The guru is a friend who provides support and encouragement on the path to moksha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Jain view of the role of the guru is that the guru is a spiritual teacher who guides the disciple on the path to moksha.

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