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The Adi Granth: The Holy Scripture of Sikhism

Description: The Adi Granth is the holy scripture of Sikhism, compiled by the fifth Sikh guru, Guru Arjan Dev, in 1604. It is a collection of hymns and poems by various Sikh gurus and other saints, and is considered to be the ultimate authority on Sikh beliefs and practices. This quiz will test your knowledge of the Adi Granth and its significance in Sikhism.
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Who compiled the Adi Granth?

  1. Guru Nanak Dev

  2. Guru Angad Dev

  3. Guru Amar Das

  4. Guru Arjan Dev


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Guru Arjan Dev, the fifth Sikh guru, compiled the Adi Granth in 1604.

What is the Adi Granth considered to be?

  1. The ultimate authority on Sikh beliefs and practices

  2. A collection of historical accounts of the Sikh gurus

  3. A guide to Sikh rituals and ceremonies

  4. A collection of Sikh folk tales and legends


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Adi Granth is considered to be the ultimate authority on Sikh beliefs and practices, and is revered by Sikhs as the embodiment of their faith.

How many hymns and poems are included in the Adi Granth?

  1. 1,430

  2. 2,218

  3. 3,058

  4. 4,096


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Adi Granth contains a total of 3,058 hymns and poems, composed by various Sikh gurus and other saints.

Which Sikh guru contributed the most hymns to the Adi Granth?

  1. Guru Nanak Dev

  2. Guru Angad Dev

  3. Guru Amar Das

  4. Guru Arjan Dev


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikhism, contributed the most hymns to the Adi Granth, with a total of 974 hymns.

What is the main language of the Adi Granth?

  1. Punjabi

  2. Hindi

  3. Sanskrit

  4. Persian


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Adi Granth is primarily written in the Punjabi language, with some hymns also composed in Sanskrit and Persian.

What is the significance of the Adi Granth in Sikhism?

  1. It is the central religious text of Sikhism

  2. It is used in Sikh rituals and ceremonies

  3. It is a source of spiritual guidance for Sikhs

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Adi Granth is the central religious text of Sikhism, used in Sikh rituals and ceremonies, and is a source of spiritual guidance for Sikhs.

Where is the original copy of the Adi Granth located?

  1. Golden Temple, Amritsar

  2. Takht Sri Patna Sahib, Patna

  3. Hazur Sahib, Nanded

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The original copy of the Adi Granth is housed in the Golden Temple in Amritsar, India.

What is the name of the Sikh religious ceremony in which the Adi Granth is recited?

  1. Akhand Path

  2. Kirtan Sohila

  3. Ardas

  4. Anand Karaj


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Akhand Path is the Sikh religious ceremony in which the Adi Granth is recited continuously for 48 hours without a break.

How many times a day is the Adi Granth recited in a Sikh gurdwara?

  1. Once

  2. Twice

  3. Three times

  4. Four times


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Adi Granth is recited four times a day in a Sikh gurdwara: at dawn, noon, evening, and night.

What is the name of the Sikh scripture that is considered to be a companion to the Adi Granth?

  1. Dasam Granth

  2. Sarbloh Granth

  3. Bhai Gurdas Granth

  4. Kabir Granth


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dasam Granth is considered to be a companion to the Adi Granth, and contains the writings of Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh guru.

Which Sikh guru is known as the 'Light of the World'?

  1. Guru Nanak Dev

  2. Guru Angad Dev

  3. Guru Amar Das

  4. Guru Arjan Dev


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikhism, is known as the 'Light of the World' for his teachings of universal love and compassion.

What is the name of the Sikh festival that celebrates the installation of the Adi Granth as the holy scripture of Sikhism?

  1. Guru Nanak Jayanti

  2. Lohri

  3. Baisakhi

  4. Guru Granth Sahib Prakash Parv


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Guru Granth Sahib Prakash Parv is the Sikh festival that celebrates the installation of the Adi Granth as the holy scripture of Sikhism.

Which Sikh guru is known as the 'Warrior Guru'?

  1. Guru Nanak Dev

  2. Guru Angad Dev

  3. Guru Amar Das

  4. Guru Gobind Singh


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh guru, is known as the 'Warrior Guru' for his military prowess and leadership of the Sikhs in battles against the Mughal Empire.

What is the name of the Sikh prayer that is recited at the end of a Sikh religious ceremony?

  1. Ardas

  2. Kirtan Sohila

  3. Anand Karaj

  4. Japji Sahib


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ardas is the Sikh prayer that is recited at the end of a Sikh religious ceremony, and is a supplication to God for blessings and guidance.

Which Sikh guru is known as the 'Divine Poet'?

  1. Guru Nanak Dev

  2. Guru Angad Dev

  3. Guru Amar Das

  4. Guru Arjan Dev


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Guru Arjan Dev, the fifth Sikh guru, is known as the 'Divine Poet' for his beautiful and inspiring hymns, which form a significant portion of the Adi Granth.

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