May #3
Lesson #3 begins by reminding us that is another way of saying "our home".
What is "the Earth"?
"To strongly wish for or want something"
What is the definition of "desire"?
A person is generous and tries to do good.
How would we describe a person that is beneficent?
The first Teacher of humankind.
Who was Adam?
This holy book is filled with symbols and spiritual lessons.
What is the Bible?
As the story begins, these are the 2 characters that are engaged in very different activities.
Who are : the King, who is riding through the countryside to observe the conditions of his people; and the very old man, who is working hard to plant some date trees.
What is "praiseworthy", "good", or "commendable"?
This quality that a person can develop, is one of the keys to success.
What is the quality of perseverance?
The purpose of their lives - to develop spiritually.
What is something humanity did not know until Adam taught them?
It is a term that means learning the difference between right and wrong.
What is "moral awakening"?
Initially, the King does not understand this.
What is the idea of planting trees that will probably not bear fruit until years after the farmer dies?
It's defined as "intense, selfish desire for something".
What is "greed"?
"I can get to the next stone. . ."
What are some of the encouraging words the turtle said to himself ?
God has sent thousands of them to different groups of people since the beginning of humanity on this Earth.
Who are the Great Teachers (Manifestations or Prophets) sent by God?
"To awaken the human heart."
What's one way can we explain Adam's mission?
This is a duty everyone can consider applying to themselves.
What is: doing something that will benefit the future generations?
The dog thought this was a delightful sight.
What was his reflection in the calm waters of the river?
The rabbit dreamed of his success instead of doing this.
What is keeping focused on your goal and working hard for it ?
Who is God?
It represents the lower self like the whisper of selfishness, lying, or prejudice for example.
What does the serpent in the story of Adam and Eve represent?
The King's generous gift was symbolic of how the old man's effort gave fruit and was confirmed.
Why were the gold coins more that just a money reward?
The quotation says we should concern ourselves with these things.
What are things that benefit mankind?
The rabbit probably had too much of this quality, and it distracted him from his goal.
What is the quality of pride in oneself ?
It is a promise or an agreement.
What is a covenant?
The journey of civilization and humanity's spiritual growth is symbolized by this.
What is the path out of the garden of Eden?