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Chapter: 11. Bhakti And Sufi Movements

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Who are mystics according to the chapter?
Mystics are people who try to attain knowledge and become united with God through prayer and meditation.
What does the practice of whirling symbolize for certain Sufi mystics?
The practice of whirling symbolizes the spiritual journey of certain Sufi mystics towards God.
Name the two popular silsilas (Sufi orders) that became prominent in India.
The two popular Sufi orders that became prominent in India are the Chishti and the Suhrawardi orders.
Where is the famous dargah of Moinuddin Chishti located?
The famous dargah of Moinuddin Chishti is located in Ajmer.
How do Sufis believe a person can come closer to God musically?
Sufis believe that a person can come closer to God through devotional music called qawwali.
What does the word ‘bhakti’ mean?
The word ‘bhakti’ means devotion to God.
Who was the first Bhakti preacher in Maharashtra?
Shankara Jnaneswara was the first Bhakti preacher in Maharashtra.
Name two notable women mystics associated with the Sufi movement.
Rabia Basri and Bibi Fatima Sam are two notable women mystics associated with the Sufi movement.
Which famous book and commentary on the Bhagavad Gita did Shankara Jnaneswara write in Marathi?
Shankara Jnaneswara wrote the Jnaneswari, which is a commentary on the Bhagavad Gita in Marathi.
Who was the founder of Sikhism?
Guru Nanak was the founder of Sikhism.
What is the meaning of the word ‘Sikh’?
The word ‘Sikh’ is derived from a word which means disciple.
List the five sacred symbols of Sikhism (the five Ks) that every Sikh must possess.
The five sacred symbols of Sikhism are kesh (hair), kanga (comb), kachha (shorts), kirpan (sword), and kara (steel bracelet).
When and where was Guru Tegh Bahadur born?
Guru Tegh Bahadur was born in Amritsar, Punjab, in the year 1621.
Why is Shaheed Diwas observed every year on 24 November?
Shaheed Diwas is observed on 24 November to remember and honor the martyrdom of the ninth Sikh guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur.
What was a major cause for the rise of the Sufi Movement within Muslim society?
The Sufi Movement arose as a reaction to Shia-Sunni religious conflicts and the luxurious, indulgent lifestyles of Muslim rulers and nobles.
Why did the lower castes find it difficult to understand Hindu religious hymns and mantras?
The lower castes could not understand the hymns and mantras because they were not permitted to study Sanskrit religious texts.
How did the Bhakti and Sufi movements impact local languages in India?
The Bhakti and Sufi saints preached in the language of the common people, which led to the development of various local languages.
Who was Mirabai and how did she spread her spiritual message?
Mirabai was a Rajput princess and devotee of Lord Krishna who spread her message of devotion through songs called bhajans.
What is monotheism?
Monotheism is the belief that there is only one God.
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