Hinduism
Which scripture contains the dialogue between Shri Krishna and Arjuna?
Bhagavad Gita
What is the name of Mahant Swami Maharaj's father?
Manibhai
Which paramhansa composed the greatest number of kirtans found in BAPS publications?
Premanand swami
Which of Shastriji Maharaj's six mandirs was completed last?
Gadhada
I was Dada Khachar’s younger sister and was known for my deep devotion to Bhagwan Swaminarayan. I often competed with my sister in serving and pleasing Maharaj, and I personally cared for the buffalo whose milk was offered to Him.
Ladubaa
Name the four Vedas and which is the oldest of them
Rigveda, Yajurveda, Samaveda, and Atharvaveda. Rigveda is the oldest
Towards what Swabhav does he have a strong aversion?
ego
In which year was Satsang Diksha first published?
2019
Which BAPS mandir in North America was the first traditional stone Hindu mandir in the continent?
Chicago
I was a devotee from Agatrai known for my deep divyabhav in Bhagwan Swaminarayan. While others worried about spilled ghee, I saw only His divine actions. I also remained steadfast in my devotion even after hearing of my son's death.
Parvatbhai
What does the term “Trimurti” refer to in Hindu theology?
The triad of Brahma (creator), Vishnu (preserver), and Shiva (destroyer)
If you are to do katha to devotees what topics do you prefer to speak on?
Divyabhav, samp and abhav-avgun
Which kirtan begins with a devotee inviting Maharaj into their room
"Aaj Mare Orde Re."
Which BAPS mandir is located near the Yamuna River?
Delhi Akshardham.
I was a devoted celibate woman married against my wishes, but I remained firmly devoted to Bhagwan Swaminarayan. I lived a strict life of purity in Gadhada, keeping distance from men and spending my time in meditation and seva. Even Agnidev refused to touch my body after I passed away due to my celibacy.
Rajbai
Which animal is considered the vahana (vehicle) of Lord Vishnu in his form as Narasimha?
Narasimha has no vahana; he is Vishnu’s half-man, half-lion avatar itself.
What is your favorite Kirtan?
Swamiji to Mahapratapi enu dharyu thay
Complete the shlok: Dhanyosmi...
Dhanyosmi pūrṇakāmosmi niṣhpāpo nirbhayah sukhī;
Akṣhara-guru-yogena Swāminārāyaṇ-āshrayāt
How many shikhars does the Abu Dhabi Mandir have, and what do they symbolize?
Seven shikhars representing the seven Emirates of the UAE
I was a devotee from Vijapur who developed unwavering faith in Bhagwan Swaminarayan through Ramdas Swami, even without His physical darshan. When Bhagwan Swaminarayan Himself came to my home in disguise, I remained firm and unaffected despite His tests throughout the night.
Vajiba
The Hindu Tamil text "Shiva Purana" asserts that Shiva cursed Brahma to never be worshiped on Earth. What flower did he curse?
Ketaki
What is your favorite Vachanamrut? Why?
Gadhada 3-5 because Yogi Bapa told me "Gadhada 3-5 is the Vachanamrut of your inclination"
-,-,tatha,- ityādi je je padārtho mādak hoy te kyārey khāvā ke pīvā nahī tathā dhūmra-pānno paṇ tyāg karavo.
Surā, bhāng tathā tamāku ityādi je je padārtho mādak hoy te kyārey khāvā ke pīvā nahī tathā dhūmra-pānno paṇ tyāg karavo. (27)
What is the height of Nilkanth Varni tapomurti?
49ft - Years bhagwan swaminarayan spent on this earth
I was a personal attendant of Bhagwan Swaminarayan who gave up my family and estate to serve Him completely. I guarded Dada Khachar’s fields, fought off dacoits, and even defeated attackers who came for me. Though offered power and position, I refused everything, choosing only seva of God.
Bhaguji