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The Use of Music in Religious Art and Iconography

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Which musical instrument is often associated with the angel Gabriel in Christian art?

  1. Harp

  2. Lute

  3. Trumpet

  4. Violin


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The trumpet is often depicted in Christian art as the instrument played by the angel Gabriel when he announces the birth of Jesus to Mary.

In Hindu iconography, which musical instrument is associated with the god Vishnu?

  1. Flute

  2. Sitar

  3. Tabla

  4. Mridangam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Hindu iconography, Vishnu is often depicted playing the flute, which is known as the bansuri.

Which musical instrument is commonly used in Buddhist rituals and ceremonies?

  1. Gong

  2. Drum

  3. Cymbals

  4. Bell


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bells are commonly used in Buddhist rituals and ceremonies to create a peaceful and meditative atmosphere.

In Islamic art, which musical instrument is often depicted in the hands of angels?

  1. Oud

  2. Qanun

  3. Daf

  4. Ney


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The oud is a stringed instrument that is often depicted in Islamic art as the instrument played by angels.

Which musical instrument is associated with the god Apollo in Greek mythology?

  1. Lyre

  2. Cithara

  3. Aulos

  4. Kithara


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Apollo is often depicted in Greek mythology playing the lyre, which is a stringed instrument similar to a harp.

In Christian iconography, what is the name of the hymn that is sung during the consecration of the Eucharist?

  1. Sanctus

  2. Agnus Dei

  3. Gloria

  4. Kyrie Eleison


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Sanctus is a hymn that is sung during the consecration of the Eucharist in Christian liturgies.

Which musical instrument is associated with the god Shiva in Hindu iconography?

  1. Damaru

  2. Tabla

  3. Sitar

  4. Mridangam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shiva is often depicted in Hindu iconography playing the damaru, which is a small hand drum.

In Buddhist iconography, what is the name of the musical instrument that is played by the bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara?

  1. Pipa

  2. Guzheng

  3. Erhu

  4. Ruan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Avalokiteshvara is often depicted in Buddhist iconography playing the pipa, which is a four-stringed lute.

Which musical instrument is associated with the god Dionysus in Greek mythology?

  1. Aulos

  2. Kithara

  3. Lyre

  4. Cithara


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dionysus is often depicted in Greek mythology playing the aulos, which is a double-reed instrument similar to an oboe.

In Christian art, what is the name of the musical instrument that is often depicted in the hands of angels?

  1. Harp

  2. Lute

  3. Trumpet

  4. Violin


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Angels are often depicted in Christian art playing the harp, which is a stringed instrument that is known for its beautiful sound.

Which musical instrument is associated with the god Krishna in Hindu iconography?

  1. Flute

  2. Sitar

  3. Tabla

  4. Mridangam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Krishna is often depicted in Hindu iconography playing the flute, which is known as the bansuri.

In Buddhist iconography, what is the name of the musical instrument that is played by the bodhisattva Manjushri?

  1. Pipa

  2. Guzheng

  3. Erhu

  4. Ruan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Manjushri is often depicted in Buddhist iconography playing the pipa, which is a four-stringed lute.

Which musical instrument is associated with the god Pan in Greek mythology?

  1. Aulos

  2. Kithara

  3. Lyre

  4. Panpipes


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pan is often depicted in Greek mythology playing the panpipes, which are a set of pipes that are played by blowing across the top.

In Christian art, what is the name of the musical instrument that is often depicted in the hands of King David?

  1. Harp

  2. Lute

  3. Trumpet

  4. Violin


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

King David is often depicted in Christian art playing the harp, which is a stringed instrument that is known for its beautiful sound.

Which musical instrument is associated with the god Shiva in Hindu iconography?

  1. Damaru

  2. Tabla

  3. Sitar

  4. Mridangam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shiva is often depicted in Hindu iconography playing the damaru, which is a small hand drum.

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