Session 48
This quiz is based on the 48th class on Mahabharata by Acharya Suryapriya ji at Advaita Bharati.
A flower, not a deer, tempts another lady. Another husband sets off an a quest. Surprise awaits the husband and not the lady, as brothers separated by epics meet.
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How did Bhīma handle the wild animals that obstructed his path through the forest?
With his immense physical strength, Bhīma overcame the wild animals in his path before encountering an old monkey, who was actually Hanumān.
Why did Lord Hanumān prevent Bhīma from proceeding further along the forest path?
Hanumān warned Bhīma that the path ahead was not meant for ordinary human beings and required exceptional tapas.
How did Bhīma describe Lord Hanumān during their conversation?
Bhīma mentioned Hanumān as his elder brother through Vāyu Bhagavan and praised his extraordinary strength and unwavering devotion to Lord Rama.
According to the teaching, which colour is associated with Lord Nārāyaṇa in the Dvāpara Yuga?
In the traditional description of the four Yugas, Lord Nārāyaṇa is associated with a colour for each Yuga; Yellow in Dvāpara Yuga. White in Kṛta, Red in Tretā, Black in Kali.
What is the meaning of the Sanskrit word "Anagha" (अनघ)?
Anagha means sinless or faultless — "Pāvam Aṭṛavan" (பாவம் அற்றவன்) in Tamil.
To whom did the divine lake containing the Saugandhika flowers belong?
The beautiful lake filled with fragrant Saugandhika lotuses was situated in the domain of Kubera, the lord of wealth.
Who is referred to by the name "Vaiśravaṇa" (वैश्रवण)?
Kubera is known as Vaiśravaṇa, being the son of Viśravas.
What compelled Bhīma to undertake his arduous journey to the Gandhamādana forest?
Draupadī was delighted by the fragrance and beauty of a divine Saugandhika lotus carried by the wind. She asked Bhīma to bring more such flowers. Bhīma set out towards the Gandhamādana forest to fulfil her wish.
What happened when Bhīma attempted to move Hanumān’s tail?
Bhīma was proud of his extraordinary physical strength. However, despite trying first with one hand and then with both hands, he could not lift Hanumān’s tail. This experience humbled Bhīma and made him realise that his strength had limitations.
What was the relationship between Hanumān and Bhīma?
Hanumān and Bhīma were both associated with Vayu, the Wind God, as their divine father. Thus, Hanumān was Bhīma’s elder brother.
How does Hanumān describe the nature of his friendship with Sugrīva?
The association between fire and wind is very intimate. This is seen in full measure in a forest setting (especially in a case of forest fire where the wind fans the fire). Siugrivā's strength would increase because of his association with Hanumān - this is subtly indicated here.
How did Hanumān respond when requested by Bhīma to reveal his gigantic form?
Initially Hanumān refused to reveal his viśvarūpam as it was not in keeping with the Yuga Dharma. Later on when Bhīma insisted, Hanumān relented and showed the huge form with which he crossed the Ocean.
Which sacred hymns or verses did Captain Smit Machchhar chant during the recent mid-air emergency where he saved 174 passengers?
Capt. Smit Machchhar, a commercial pilot trained in New Zealand, chanted Hanumān Chālīsa during the severe mid air crisis, as recounted by him to our Hon. P.M Sri Modi ji
Bhīma says to Hanumān that Paramātma is in all beings. This Paramātma is of what form as told by Bhīma?
Bhīma didn't want to cross the tail of Hanumān as he was respectful of the Nirguṇa Paramatma in every being. So he requested Hanuman to move his tail aside and give way. This Paramātma can be attained ONLY through Gnanam.
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