Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 1 Chapter 2 - Part A | Attempts: 819

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Fill in the missing words to compete the sentence. Mention only the missing words in the text box. "Any lowborn person-be he a Kirāta, Hūṇa, Āndhra, Pulinda, Pulkaśa, Ābhīra, Śumbha, Yavana, Khasa or even lower-can be delivered to the highest transcendental position by the ____________________________."

Explanation
Any lowborn person-be he a Kirāta, Hūṇa, Āndhra, Pulinda, Pulkaśa, Ābhīra, Śumbha, Yavana, Khasa or even lower-can be delivered to the highest transcendental position by the mercy of Vaisnavas, mercy of Vaishnavas, mercy of Vaisnava, mercy of pure devotee, mercy of pure devotees, mercy of Bhagavatas, mercy of Bhagavata.

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Srila Suta Goswami summarises Srimad Bhagavatam in his prayers as (Check all answers applicable)

Natural supplementary commentary on the cream of Vedas - Vedanta Sutra
Transcendental torchlight
Very confidential supplement to the Vedas (Purana)
Provides light for gross materialists to cross over the darkest regions of material existence
Can be explained by one who has become Bhagavata by realizing it

Correct Answer(s)

A. Natural supplementary commentary on the cream of Vedas - Vedanta Sutra
A. Transcendental torchlight
A. Very confidential supplement to the Vedas (Purana)
A. Provides light for gross materialists to cross over the darkest regions of material existence
A. Can be explained by one who has become Bhagavata by realizing it

Explanation

This is explained in SB 1.2.3 verse
Srila Suta goswami describes Srimad Bhagavatam was spoke by Sukadeva goswami

svānubhāvam akhila-śruti-sāram ekam (Sruti Saram refers to Vedanta Sutra, which is cream of Vedic knowledge and Bhagavatam is a natural commentary on Vedanta Sutra.

adhyātma-dīpam - It is the transcendental torchlight.

purāṇa-guhyaṁ - It is most confidential Purana. Confidential because it gives most confidential knowledge. Similar to covered by Lord Krishna in 9th chapter of Bhagavad Gita.

atititīrṣatāṁ tamo 'ndham - Provides light for gross materialists to cross over the darkest regions of material existence

svānubhāvam akhila - Sukadeva goswami realized it by practicing and experiencing this transcendental knowledge before he explained it. Srila Prabhupada explains in the purport "Śrīla Śukadeva realized it personally and then explained it. By the mercy of Śrīla Śukadeva, the Bhāgavata-vedānta-sūtra is available for all those sincere souls who want to get out of material existence."

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4.

What kind of questions are capable of completely satisfying the self?

One which can make you millionaire
One that relate to Lord Kṛṣṇa as He is the sum and substance of all the Vedic inquiries.
One that can eradicate all diseases from human existence
One that relate to the Vedas

Correct Answer

A. One that relate to Lord Kṛṣṇa as He is the sum and substance of all the Vedic inquiries.

Explanation

Srila Prabhupada writes towards the end of the puport for SB 1.2.5 -- "Because the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam deals with questions and answers that are related to Kṛṣṇa, we can derive the highest satisfaction only by reading and hearing this transcendental literature. One should learn the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam and make an all-around solution to all problems pertaining to social, political or religious matters. Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam and Kṛṣṇa are the sum total of all things."

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5.

Fill in the Blanks"The supreme occupation [dharma] for all humanity is that by which men can attain to_ ___unto the transcendent Lord. Such devotional service must be unmotivated and uninterrupted to completely satisfy the self."

Correct Answer
loving devotional service

Explanation
The correct answer is "loving devotional service". In this statement, it is mentioned that the supreme occupation for all humanity is to attain to loving devotional service unto the transcendent Lord. This implies that engaging in loving devotional service is considered the highest and most important duty for all individuals. Furthermore, it is emphasized that this devotional service must be unmotivated and uninterrupted in order to fully satisfy oneself.

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6.

Is the below statement True or False?"The occupational activities a man performs according to his own position are only so much useless labor if they do not provoke attraction for the message of the Personality of Godhead."

True
False

Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

SB 1.2.8 Verse Translation

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7.

According to 2nd chapter of 1st Canto of Srimad Bhagavatam, how should the material gain be used?

Sense Gratification
Healthy life or Self Preservation
Serving humanity
Grow food grains

Correct Answer

A. Healthy life or Self Preservation

Explanation

SB 1.2.9 - All occupational engagements are certainly meant for ultimate liberation. They should never be performed for material gain. Furthermore, according to sages, one who is engaged in the ultimate occupational service should never use material gain to cultivate sense gratification.

SB 1.2.10 - Life's desires should never be directed toward sense gratification. One should desire only a healthy life, or self-preservation, since a human being is meant for inquiry about the Absolute Truth. Nothing else should be the goal of one's works.

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8.

What is Absolute Truth?

Brahman
Paramātmā
Bhagavān
All of the above

Correct Answer

A. All of the above

Explanation

The correct answer is "All of the above" because Brahman, Paramātmā, and Bhagavān are all different concepts in Hindu philosophy that represent the absolute truth. Brahman refers to the ultimate reality or the supreme cosmic power. Paramātmā refers to the universal soul or the divine presence within every living being. Bhagavān refers to the personal form of God or the supreme personality of Godhead. Therefore, all three concepts encompass the idea of absolute truth in different aspects.

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When one can see the all-pervading localized aspect of the Personality of Godhead within his own self constantly it is called samādhi. True or False?

True
False

Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

Samādhi refers to a state of deep concentration and meditation where one can perceive the all-pervading aspect of the Personality of Godhead within oneself. This implies that one has attained a high level of spiritual realization and connection with the divine. Therefore, the statement that when one can see the all-pervading localized aspect of the Personality of Godhead within his own self constantly, it is called samādhi, is true.

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10.

What is the highest perfection of varṇāśrama-dharma?

To achieve liberation
Cooperate among different social orders to live happily in the material world
To please the Supreme Personality of Godhead
None of the above

Correct Answer

A. To achieve liberation

Explanation

The highest perfection of varṇāśrama-dharma is to achieve liberation. Varṇāśrama-dharma is a system of social and spiritual organization that divides society into four varṇas (social orders) and four āśramas (spiritual orders). Its ultimate goal is to help individuals purify their consciousness and attain liberation from the cycle of birth and death. By following the prescribed duties and responsibilities of their varṇa and āśrama, individuals can gradually elevate themselves spiritually and ultimately attain liberation from material existence.

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11.

Below is True or False?The four general occupations common across all castes and social orders of life (varṇāśrama) are1. glorifying2. hearing3. remembering4. worshipping

True
False

Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

The four general occupations common across all castes and social orders of life (varṇāśrama) are glorifying, hearing, remembering, and worshipping. These activities are considered essential for spiritual growth and are meant to be practiced by individuals regardless of their social status or caste. They help individuals connect with the divine and cultivate a sense of devotion and gratitude. Therefore, the given answer "True" is correct.

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12.

Fill in the blanks - who is the real object of glorification?The tendency to glorify others or hear others must be turned to the real object of glorification-________________________. And that will bring happiness.

Correct Answer
Lord Krishna
Lord Krsna
Supreme Lord
Supreme Personality of Godhead
the Supreme Being
Supreme Lord Sri Krishna
Sri Krishna
Krishna
Krsna

Explanation
The correct answer is Lord Krishna, the Supreme Being, Supreme Personality of Godhead, Lord Krsna, Supreme Lord, Supreme Lord Sri Krishna, Sri Krishna, Krishna, Krsna. The explanation for this answer is that Lord Krishna is considered the ultimate object of glorification in the context of the question. By turning our tendency to glorify others towards Lord Krishna, we can find true happiness.

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Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 1 Chapter 2 - Part A

Who is Suta Goswami? (Hint SB:1.2.1)

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Srila Suta Goswami summarises Srimad Bhagavatam in his prayers as (Check all answers applicable)

What kind of questions are capable of completely satisfying the self?

Fill in the Blanks"The supreme occupation [dharma] for all humanity is that by which men can attain to_ ___unto the transcendent Lord. Such devotional service must be unmotivated and uninterrupted to completely satisfy the self."

Is the below statement True or False?"The occupational activities a man performs according to his own position are only so much useless labor if they do not provoke attraction for the message of the Personality of Godhead."

According to 2nd chapter of 1st Canto of Srimad Bhagavatam, how should the material gain be used?

What is Absolute Truth?

When one can see the all-pervading localized aspect of the Personality of Godhead within his own self constantly it is called samādhi. True or False?

What is the highest perfection of varṇāśrama-dharma?

Below is True or False?The four general occupations common across all castes and social orders of life (varṇāśrama) are1. glorifying2. hearing3. remembering4. worshipping

Fill in the blanks - who is the real object of glorification?The tendency to glorify others or hear others must be turned to the real object of glorification-________________________. And that will bring happiness.

Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 1 Chapter 2 - Part A

Who is Suta Goswami? (Hint SB:1.2.1)

Quiz Preview

Srila Suta Goswami summarises Srimad Bhagavatam in his prayers as (Check all answers applicable)

What kind of questions are capable of completely satisfying the self?

Fill in the Blanks"The supreme occupation [dharma] for all humanity is that by which men can attain to_______ ________ _________unto the transcendent Lord. Such devotional service must be unmotivated and uninterrupted to completely satisfy the self."

Is the below statement True or False?"The occupational activities a man performs according to his own position are only so much useless labor if they do not provoke attraction for the message of the Personality of Godhead."

According to 2nd chapter of 1st Canto of Srimad Bhagavatam, how should the material gain be used?

What is Absolute Truth?

When one can see the all-pervading localized aspect of the Personality of Godhead within his own self constantly it is called samādhi. True or False?

What is the highest perfection of varṇāśrama-dharma?

Below is True or False?The four general occupations common across all castes and social orders of life (varṇāśrama) are1. glorifying2. hearing3. remembering4. worshipping

Fill in the blanks - who is the real object of glorification?The tendency to glorify others or hear others must be turned to the real object of glorification-________________________. And that will bring happiness.

Fill in the Blanks"The supreme occupation [dharma] for all humanity is that by which men can attain to_ ___unto the transcendent Lord. Such devotional service must be unmotivated and uninterrupted to completely satisfy the self."