Theories of Time in Sikhism

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What is the Sikh concept of time?

  1. Time is linear and progressive.

  2. Time is cyclical and repetitive.

  3. Time is both linear and cyclical.

  4. Time is an illusion.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Sikhism, time is seen as both linear and cyclical. The linear aspect of time is represented by the concept of 'hukam', or divine order, which guides the progression of events. The cyclical aspect of time is represented by the concept of 'karma', or the law of cause and effect, which states that every action has a corresponding reaction.

What is the Sikh view of the past, present, and future?

  1. The past is irrelevant, the present is all that matters.

  2. The future is predetermined, so there is no point in worrying about it.

  3. The past, present, and future are all interconnected and interdependent.

  4. The past and future are illusions, only the present is real.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Sikhism, the past, present, and future are seen as interconnected and interdependent. The past is seen as the foundation for the present, and the present is seen as the seed for the future. The actions of the past have consequences in the present, and the actions of the present will have consequences in the future.

What is the Sikh view of time and eternity?

  1. Time is finite, while eternity is infinite.

  2. Time and eternity are the same thing.

  3. Time is an illusion, while eternity is real.

  4. Time and eternity are both illusions.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Sikhism, time is seen as finite, while eternity is seen as infinite. Time is seen as the realm of change and decay, while eternity is seen as the realm of permanence and perfection. The goal of the Sikh is to transcend time and enter into eternity.

What is the Sikh view of the relationship between time and God?

  1. Time is created by God.

  2. Time is independent of God.

  3. Time is an aspect of God.

  4. Time is an illusion created by God.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Sikhism, time is seen as created by God. God is seen as the timeless and eternal being who exists outside of time. Time is seen as a gift from God that allows us to experience the world and grow spiritually.

What is the Sikh view of the relationship between time and karma?

  1. Karma is the result of our actions in this life.

  2. Karma is the result of our actions in past lives.

  3. Karma is the result of our actions in both this life and past lives.

  4. Karma is not real.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Sikhism, karma is seen as the result of our actions in both this life and past lives. The actions of the past have consequences in the present, and the actions of the present will have consequences in the future. The goal of the Sikh is to break the cycle of karma and achieve liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth.

What is the Sikh view of the relationship between time and reincarnation?

  1. Reincarnation is a real phenomenon.

  2. Reincarnation is not a real phenomenon.

  3. Reincarnation is a possibility, but it is not certain.

  4. Reincarnation is an illusion.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Sikhism, reincarnation is seen as a real phenomenon. The soul is seen as immortal and it transmigrates from one body to another after death. The goal of the Sikh is to break the cycle of reincarnation and achieve liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth.

What is the Sikh view of the relationship between time and the afterlife?

  1. There is no afterlife.

  2. The afterlife is a place of eternal happiness.

  3. The afterlife is a place of eternal suffering.

  4. The afterlife is a place where the soul continues to learn and grow.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In Sikhism, the afterlife is seen as a place where the soul continues to learn and grow. The soul is seen as immortal and it transmigrates from one body to another after death. The goal of the Sikh is to break the cycle of reincarnation and achieve liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth.

What is the Sikh view of the relationship between time and the end of the world?

  1. The world will end in a cataclysmic event.

  2. The world will end gradually over time.

  3. The world will never end.

  4. The end of the world is an illusion.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Sikhism, the world is seen as ending in a cataclysmic event. This event is known as the 'kaljug', or the age of darkness. The kaljug is a time of great suffering and chaos. The goal of the Sikh is to prepare for the kaljug and to achieve liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth before it arrives.

What is the Sikh view of the relationship between time and the messiah?

  1. The messiah will come at the end of time.

  2. The messiah has already come.

  3. The messiah will come in the future.

  4. The messiah is an illusion.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Sikhism, the messiah is seen as coming at the end of time. This messiah is known as the 'kalki avatar', or the tenth avatar of Vishnu. The kalki avatar will come to save the world from the forces of evil and to usher in a new age of peace and prosperity.

What is the Sikh view of the relationship between time and the kingdom of God?

  1. The kingdom of God is a place that exists outside of time.

  2. The kingdom of God is a place that exists within time.

  3. The kingdom of God is a place that exists both outside of time and within time.

  4. The kingdom of God is an illusion.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Sikhism, the kingdom of God is seen as a place that exists both outside of time and within time. The kingdom of God is seen as the ultimate goal of the Sikh, and it is a place where there is no suffering, no pain, and no death.

What is the Sikh view of the relationship between time and the Sikh scriptures?

  1. The Sikh scriptures are timeless and eternal.

  2. The Sikh scriptures are relevant only to the time in which they were written.

  3. The Sikh scriptures are relevant to both the time in which they were written and to the present day.

  4. The Sikh scriptures are an illusion.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Sikhism, the Sikh scriptures are seen as relevant to both the time in which they were written and to the present day. The Sikh scriptures are seen as containing timeless truths that are applicable to all people, regardless of their time or place.

What is the Sikh view of the relationship between time and the Sikh gurus?

  1. The Sikh gurus are timeless and eternal.

  2. The Sikh gurus are relevant only to the time in which they lived.

  3. The Sikh gurus are relevant to both the time in which they lived and to the present day.

  4. The Sikh gurus are an illusion.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Sikhism, the Sikh gurus are seen as relevant to both the time in which they lived and to the present day. The Sikh gurus are seen as teaching timeless truths that are applicable to all people, regardless of their time or place.

What is the Sikh view of the relationship between time and the Sikh community?

  1. The Sikh community is timeless and eternal.

  2. The Sikh community is relevant only to the time in which it was founded.

  3. The Sikh community is relevant to both the time in which it was founded and to the present day.

  4. The Sikh community is an illusion.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Sikhism, the Sikh community is seen as relevant to both the time in which it was founded and to the present day. The Sikh community is seen as a living tradition that is constantly evolving and adapting to the changing needs of the times.

What is the Sikh view of the relationship between time and the Sikh way of life?

  1. The Sikh way of life is timeless and eternal.

  2. The Sikh way of life is relevant only to the time in which it was developed.

  3. The Sikh way of life is relevant to both the time in which it was developed and to the present day.

  4. The Sikh way of life is an illusion.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Sikhism, the Sikh way of life is seen as relevant to both the time in which it was developed and to the present day. The Sikh way of life is seen as a practical and ethical code of conduct that is applicable to all people, regardless of their time or place.

What is the Sikh view of the relationship between time and the Sikh goal of liberation?

  1. Liberation is a timeless and eternal goal.

  2. Liberation is relevant only to the time in which it is achieved.

  3. Liberation is relevant to both the time in which it is achieved and to the present day.

  4. Liberation is an illusion.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Sikhism, liberation is seen as relevant to both the time in which it is achieved and to the present day. Liberation is seen as a state of perfect peace, happiness, and bliss that is available to all people, regardless of their time or place.

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