The Concept of Sattva in Indian Philosophy

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What is the literal meaning of the Sanskrit word 'Sattva'?

  1. Existence

  2. Being

  3. Purity

  4. Goodness


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Sanskrit word 'Sattva' literally means 'purity' or 'goodness'.

According to the Samkhya philosophy, what are the three gunas?

  1. Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas

  2. Dharma, Artha, and Kama

  3. Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva

  4. Sat, Chit, and Ananda


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

According to the Samkhya philosophy, the three gunas are Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas.

Which guna is associated with purity, clarity, and light?

  1. Sattva

  2. Rajas

  3. Tamas

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sattva is associated with purity, clarity, and light.

Which guna is associated with activity, passion, and restlessness?

  1. Sattva

  2. Rajas

  3. Tamas

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rajas is associated with activity, passion, and restlessness.

Which guna is associated with darkness, ignorance, and inertia?

  1. Sattva

  2. Rajas

  3. Tamas

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Tamas is associated with darkness, ignorance, and inertia.

Which guna is considered to be the most sattvic?

  1. Sattva

  2. Rajas

  3. Tamas

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sattva is considered to be the most sattvic guna.

Which guna is considered to be the most rajasic?

  1. Sattva

  2. Rajas

  3. Tamas

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rajas is considered to be the most rajasic guna.

Which guna is considered to be the most tamasic?

  1. Sattva

  2. Rajas

  3. Tamas

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Tamas is considered to be the most tamasic guna.

What is the goal of spiritual practice in Indian philosophy?

  1. To cultivate sattva

  2. To reduce rajas

  3. To eliminate tamas

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The goal of spiritual practice in Indian philosophy is to cultivate sattva, reduce rajas, and eliminate tamas.

How can we cultivate sattva in our lives?

  1. By practicing meditation and yoga

  2. By eating a sattvic diet

  3. By spending time in nature

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

We can cultivate sattva in our lives by practicing meditation and yoga, eating a sattvic diet, and spending time in nature.

What are some of the benefits of cultivating sattva?

  1. Improved mental clarity

  2. Increased energy and vitality

  3. Enhanced creativity and intuition

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Some of the benefits of cultivating sattva include improved mental clarity, increased energy and vitality, and enhanced creativity and intuition.

What are some of the obstacles to cultivating sattva?

  1. Stress and anxiety

  2. Unhealthy diet

  3. Lack of sleep

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Some of the obstacles to cultivating sattva include stress and anxiety, unhealthy diet, and lack of sleep.

How can we overcome the obstacles to cultivating sattva?

  1. By practicing mindfulness and relaxation techniques

  2. By eating a healthy and balanced diet

  3. By getting enough sleep

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

We can overcome the obstacles to cultivating sattva by practicing mindfulness and relaxation techniques, eating a healthy and balanced diet, and getting enough sleep.

What is the relationship between sattva and moksha?

  1. Sattva is a necessary condition for moksha

  2. Moksha is a necessary condition for sattva

  3. Sattva and moksha are mutually exclusive

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sattva is a necessary condition for moksha, but moksha is not a necessary condition for sattva.

What is the ultimate goal of spiritual practice in Indian philosophy?

  1. To attain moksha

  2. To become a better person

  3. To live a happy and fulfilling life

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The ultimate goal of spiritual practice in Indian philosophy is to attain moksha, become a better person, and live a happy and fulfilling life.

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