Colombo Ymba Dhamma Exam 2002
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Prince Siddartha renounced at the age of _________ years.
- A.
29
- B.
25
- C.
31
- D.
32
Correct Answer
A. 29Explanation
Prince Siddartha renounced at the age of 29 years.Rate this question:
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- 2.
The first teacher to whom the Bodhisatta went for spiritual guidance after renunciation was
- A.
Sarvamitra
- B.
Bhaggave
- C.
Alara Kalama
- D.
Uddaka Ramaputta
Correct Answer
B. BhaggaveExplanation
Guide to the Study of Theravada Buddhism, Book 2, pg 5Rate this question:
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- 3.
In order to subdue the passions the Bodhisatta practised penances (austerities) with the five ascetics for
- A.
6 months
- B.
12 months
- C.
6 years
- D.
12 years
Correct Answer
C. 6 yearsExplanation
Guide to the Study of Theravada Buddhism, Book 2, pg 5Rate this question:
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- 4.
The five ascetics left the ascetic Gautama because he
- A.
Wanted to be alone
- B.
Became very weak and lean
- C.
Gave up austerities
- D.
Boycotted them
Correct Answer
C. Gave up austeritiesExplanation
The correct answer is "gave up austerities". This means that Gautama, who was an ascetic, stopped practicing his strict and disciplined way of life. This could have been a significant change for the five ascetics, who may have believed in the importance of austerities and saw Gautama's decision as a betrayal of their shared beliefs and practices.Rate this question:
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- 5.
The first sermon was preached by the Buddha at
- A.
Veluvana
- B.
Jetavana
- C.
Savatthi
- D.
Isipatana
Correct Answer
D. IsipatanaExplanation
Guide to the Study of Theravada Buddhism, Book 2, pg 14Rate this question:
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- 6.
The Ratana Sutta was chanted in Vesali to dispel 3 fears. One of the following does not belong to those three. It is fear from
- A.
Famine
- B.
Illness
- C.
Non-humans
- D.
Thieves
Correct Answer
D. ThievesExplanation
"The city of Vesali was afflicted by a famine, causing death, especially to the poor folk. Due to the presence of decaying corpses the evil spirits began to haunt the city; this was followed by a pestilence. Plagued by these three fears of famine, non-human beings and pestilence, the citizens sought the help of the Buddha who was then living at Rajagaha."
Ratana Sutta: The Jewel Discourse
http://www.accesstoinsight.org/tipitaka/kn/snp/snp.2.01.piya.htmlRate this question:
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- 7.
The Jataka story connected with renunciation from worldly happiness is
- A.
Vessantara
- B.
Makhadeva
- C.
Temiya
- D.
Ummagga
Correct Answer
B. MakhadevaExplanation
The Jataka story connected with renunciation from worldly happiness is Makhadeva. This story tells the tale of Prince Makhadeva who, despite being born into a life of luxury and comfort, chooses to renounce his worldly possessions and become an ascetic. He willingly gives up his kingdom, wealth, and even his family to pursue a life of spiritual enlightenment and liberation. This story serves as an inspiration for those seeking to detach themselves from material desires and find true happiness and fulfillment through renunciation.Rate this question:
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- 8.
In the noble eightfold path, the number classified as vocal (of words) is
- A.
3
- B.
2
- C.
4
- D.
5
Correct Answer
A. 3Explanation
answer taken from stylomilo.com/dhamma but no explanation given.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What should one regard as important according to the stanza 'Na paresan...'?
- A.
Fault of others
- B.
What others have done
- C.
What others have not done
- D.
One's own deeds done and not done
Correct Answer
D. One's own deeds done and not doneExplanation
Dhammapada 50. Guide to the Study of Theravada Buddhism, Book 2, pg 85.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Metta Sutta was preached for the benefit of ______, who wish their welfare
- A.
Devas
- B.
Humans
- C.
Yakkhas
- D.
Bhikkhus
Correct Answer
D. BhikkhusExplanation
The Metta Sutta was preached for the benefit of bhikkhus, who wish their welfare. The sutta teaches the practice of metta, which is loving-kindness and goodwill towards all beings. By preaching this sutta to the bhikkhus, it is believed that they would cultivate metta within themselves and extend it towards others, promoting harmony, peace, and well-being for all.Rate this question:
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