Indian Mysticism

Description: Indian Mysticism is a rich and diverse tradition that has influenced many aspects of Indian culture and thought. This quiz will test your knowledge of some of the key concepts and figures of Indian mysticism.
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Which of the following is not a major school of Indian mysticism?

  1. Advaita Vedanta

  2. Bhakti Yoga

  3. Jnana Yoga

  4. Karma Yoga


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Karma Yoga is a path of selfless action, while Advaita Vedanta, Bhakti Yoga, and Jnana Yoga are all paths of spiritual realization.

Who is considered to be the founder of Advaita Vedanta?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhva

  4. Nimbarka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Adi Shankara was a 9th-century philosopher who is credited with founding the Advaita Vedanta school of thought.

What is the central teaching of Advaita Vedanta?

  1. The world is an illusion.

  2. The soul is identical with Brahman.

  3. The goal of life is to achieve moksha.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Advaita Vedanta teaches that the world is an illusion, that the soul is identical with Brahman, and that the goal of life is to achieve moksha, or liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth.

Who is considered to be the greatest exponent of Bhakti Yoga?

  1. Chaitanya Mahaprabhu

  2. Mirabai

  3. Tulsidas

  4. Kabir


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chaitanya Mahaprabhu was a 16th-century saint who is considered to be the greatest exponent of Bhakti Yoga, or the path of devotion.

What is the central teaching of Bhakti Yoga?

  1. Love is the highest form of devotion.

  2. The goal of life is to achieve union with God.

  3. The best way to worship God is through selfless service.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bhakti Yoga teaches that love is the highest form of devotion, that the goal of life is to achieve union with God, and that the best way to worship God is through selfless service.

Who is considered to be the founder of Jnana Yoga?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhva

  4. Nimbarka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Adi Shankara was also the founder of Jnana Yoga, or the path of knowledge.

What is the central teaching of Jnana Yoga?

  1. The world is an illusion.

  2. The soul is identical with Brahman.

  3. The goal of life is to achieve moksha.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jnana Yoga teaches that the world is an illusion, that the soul is identical with Brahman, and that the goal of life is to achieve moksha, or liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth.

Who is considered to be the founder of Karma Yoga?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhva

  4. Nimbarka


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nimbarka was a 13th-century philosopher who is credited with founding the Karma Yoga school of thought.

What is the central teaching of Karma Yoga?

  1. The goal of life is to achieve moksha.

  2. The best way to worship God is through selfless service.

  3. The best way to achieve moksha is through selfless action.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Karma Yoga teaches that the goal of life is to achieve moksha, that the best way to worship God is through selfless service, and that the best way to achieve moksha is through selfless action.

Which of the following is not a major figure in Indian mysticism?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhva

  4. Nimbarka


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nimbarka is not a major figure in Indian mysticism, while Adi Shankara, Ramanuja, and Madhva are all considered to be major figures.

Which of the following is not a major school of Indian mysticism?

  1. Advaita Vedanta

  2. Bhakti Yoga

  3. Jnana Yoga

  4. Karma Yoga


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Karma Yoga is not a major school of Indian mysticism, while Advaita Vedanta, Bhakti Yoga, and Jnana Yoga are all considered to be major schools.

Which of the following is not a major figure in Indian mysticism?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhva

  4. Nimbarka


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nimbarka is not a major figure in Indian mysticism, while Adi Shankara, Ramanuja, and Madhva are all considered to be major figures.

Which of the following is not a major school of Indian mysticism?

  1. Advaita Vedanta

  2. Bhakti Yoga

  3. Jnana Yoga

  4. Karma Yoga


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Karma Yoga is not a major school of Indian mysticism, while Advaita Vedanta, Bhakti Yoga, and Jnana Yoga are all considered to be major schools.

Which of the following is not a major figure in Indian mysticism?

  1. Adi Shankara

  2. Ramanuja

  3. Madhva

  4. Nimbarka


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nimbarka is not a major figure in Indian mysticism, while Adi Shankara, Ramanuja, and Madhva are all considered to be major figures.

Which of the following is not a major school of Indian mysticism?

  1. Advaita Vedanta

  2. Bhakti Yoga

  3. Jnana Yoga

  4. Karma Yoga


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Karma Yoga is not a major school of Indian mysticism, while Advaita Vedanta, Bhakti Yoga, and Jnana Yoga are all considered to be major schools.

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