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The Philosophy of Kabir and His Concept of Nirguna Bhakti

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Which of the following is a central tenet of Kabir's philosophy?

  1. The world is an illusion.

  2. The soul is immortal.

  3. God is personal and loving.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kabir believed that the world is an illusion, that the soul is immortal, and that God is personal and loving.

What is the meaning of the term 'Nirguna Bhakti'?

  1. Devotion to a personal God.

  2. Devotion to an impersonal God.

  3. Devotion to a God who is both personal and impersonal.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Nirguna Bhakti refers to devotion to an impersonal God, or a God who is beyond all qualities and attributes.

According to Kabir, what is the best way to achieve spiritual liberation?

  1. Through meditation and yoga.

  2. Through selfless service to others.

  3. Through the practice of Nirguna Bhakti.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kabir believed that spiritual liberation could be achieved through meditation and yoga, selfless service to others, and the practice of Nirguna Bhakti.

What is the role of the guru in Kabir's philosophy?

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

  2. The guru is a divine being who is worshipped by the disciple.

  3. The guru is a friend and companion who helps the disciple through life's challenges.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Kabir's philosophy, the guru is a spiritual teacher who guides the disciple on the path to liberation.

What is the ultimate goal of Kabir's philosophy?

  1. To achieve spiritual liberation.

  2. To become one with God.

  3. To experience the bliss of divine love.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The ultimate goal of Kabir's philosophy is to achieve spiritual liberation, become one with God, and experience the bliss of divine love.

Which of the following is a famous saying of Kabir?

  1. The world is a bridge. Cross it, but do not build your house on it.

  2. A man is known by the company he keeps.

  3. A stitch in time saves nine.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

This saying is a reminder that the world is temporary and that we should not become too attached to it.

What is the significance of the term 'Satguru' in Kabir's philosophy?

  1. It refers to a true spiritual teacher.

  2. It refers to a divine being.

  3. It refers to a friend and companion.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The term 'Satguru' refers to a true spiritual teacher who guides the disciple on the path to liberation.

According to Kabir, what is the nature of the soul?

  1. The soul is immortal.

  2. The soul is reincarnated after death.

  3. The soul is a spark of the divine.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kabir believed that the soul is immortal, reincarnated after death, and a spark of the divine.

What is the role of love in Kabir's philosophy?

  1. Love is the most important thing in life.

  2. Love is the key to spiritual liberation.

  3. Love is the only thing that matters.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kabir believed that love is the most important thing in life, the key to spiritual liberation, and the only thing that matters.

Which of the following is a central theme in Kabir's poetry?

  1. The unity of all religions.

  2. The importance of social justice.

  3. The beauty of nature.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kabir's poetry often explored the unity of all religions, the importance of social justice, and the beauty of nature.

What is the significance of the term 'Bhakti' in Kabir's philosophy?

  1. It refers to devotion to a personal God.

  2. It refers to devotion to an impersonal God.

  3. It refers to devotion to a God who is both personal and impersonal.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The term 'Bhakti' in Kabir's philosophy refers to devotion to a God who is both personal and impersonal.

According to Kabir, what is the best way to worship God?

  1. Through rituals and ceremonies.

  2. Through selfless service to others.

  3. Through the practice of Nirguna Bhakti.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kabir believed that the best way to worship God is through the practice of Nirguna Bhakti.

What is the role of the individual in Kabir's philosophy?

  1. The individual is responsible for their own spiritual liberation.

  2. The individual is dependent on the guru for their spiritual liberation.

  3. The individual is saved by God's grace.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kabir believed that the individual is responsible for their own spiritual liberation.

Which of the following is a famous poem by Kabir?

  1. The Weaver's Song.

  2. The Carpenter's Song.

  3. The Potter's Song.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kabir wrote many famous poems, including 'The Weaver's Song', 'The Carpenter's Song', and 'The Potter's Song'.

What is the legacy of Kabir's philosophy?

  1. It has inspired many people to seek spiritual liberation.

  2. It has helped to promote social justice.

  3. It has influenced the development of other religious traditions.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kabir's philosophy has inspired many people to seek spiritual liberation, helped to promote social justice, and influenced the development of other religious traditions.

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