Colombo Ymba Dhamma Exam 2006

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1. At the age of 55 Buddha appointed as His personal Attendant Venerable ______.

Guide to the Study of Theravada Buddhism Book 2 pg 38
http://www.palikanon.com/english/pali_names/aa/aananda.htm

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Guide to the Study of Theravada Buddhism Book 2 pg 38
http://www.palikanon.com/english/pali_names/aa/aananda.htm

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This quiz from the Colombo YMBA Dhamma Exam 2006 tests knowledge on foundational Buddhist teachings. Questions cover topics such as the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta, the Vinaya Pitaka, and significant figures and stories in Buddhism, assessing comprehension of core Buddhist principles.

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2. Vessantara Jataka is a birth story of Bodhisatta fulfilling the parami of __________.

http://www.palikanon.com/english/pali_names/vy/vessantara_jat_547.htm

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http://www.palikanon.com/english/pali_names/vy/vessantara_jat_547.htm

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3. The first lay follower (Upasaka) to take refuge in the Buddha, Dhamma and the Sangha was ____________.

Guide to the Study of Theravada Buddhism Book 2 pg 16

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Guide to the Study of Theravada Buddhism Book 2 pg 16

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4. King Bimbisara offered the first monastery (arama) named __________ to Buddha.

http://www.palikanon.com/english/pali_names/vy/veluvana.htm
Guide to the Study of Theravada Buddhism Book 2 pg 23

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http://www.palikanon.com/english/pali_names/vy/veluvana.htm
Guide to the Study of Theravada Buddhism Book 2 pg 23

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6. Buddha's first visit to Sri Lanka was to a place called ___________.

Guide to the Study of Theravada Buddhism Book 2 pg 21

"Mahiyangana is a town in Badulla District, Uva Province of Sri Lanka. Sri Lankans believe that Lord Gautam Buddha himself traveled from India to visit Sri Lanka and arrived at Mahiyangana to stop a war between the race of Yakshas (demons) and the race of Nagas (serpents). " ~ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mahiyangana

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7. In the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta Buddha advised the Bhikkhus to avoid the extremes of ………….………………….. and …….……………………… (Give either the Pali words or English words)

Guide to the Study of Theravada Buddhism Book 2 pg 14

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Guide to the Study of Theravada Buddhism Book 2 pg 14

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8. The first Bhikkhuni (nun) to be ordained in the Sasana of the Buddha was ________________.

http://www.palikanon.com/english/pali_names/maha/mahapajapati_gotami.htm

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http://www.palikanon.com/english/pali_names/maha/mahapajapati_gotami.htm

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10. The Vinaya Pitaka contains disciplinary rules for ……………………………… and ……………………………………………

The Vinaya Pitaka contains disciplinary rules for Bhikkhus (ordained male monks) and Bhikkunis (ordained female nuns). This text is part of the Tripitaka, the sacred scriptures of Buddhism, and it provides guidelines for the monastic community on matters such as proper conduct, ethical behavior, and the organization of monastic life. The Vinaya Pitaka is considered an essential text for those following the monastic path in Buddhism.

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11. What were the Five Great Observations (Panca Maha Vilokana) made by the Bodhisatta from Thusita Heaven before being born in the human world? (10 marks)

The Bodhisatta made five great observations before being born in the human world. These observations include Kala (Time), Dipa (Country), Desa (District/Province), Kula (Caste/Family), and Mata (Mother). These observations are important as they determine the conditions and circumstances in which the Bodhisatta will be born and the opportunities he will have for spiritual growth and enlightenment.

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