Durga
What is the “forceful” form of Goddess Durga?
Kali
What vehicle or mount is associated with Goddess Saraswati?
Swan or Peacock
Who could kill the evil demon Mahishasura, and who destroyed him?
Only a woman, Goddess Durga
In what order are the goddess worshiped during Navratri?
Durga, then Lakshmi, then Saraswati
What is the literal translation of the Vedas?
The treasures of knowledge
What contributions did India make about astronomy and the Earth specifically?
The Earth is round and it revolves around the sun
What does the name Lakshmi mean?
Goal
What does sin stand for?
Self insulting nature /action
What two major mathematical principles were first discovered in India?
The concept of zero and decimals
What day of the week is auspicious for Goddess Durga?
Tuesday
Which mantra connects with three aspects of the ultimate reality, leading to a deeper understanding of the self and the universe?
Sat Chit Ananda
Complete the verse AND share it’s meaning: Uddharet..
Uddharet Aatmanaa Aatmaanam = uplift yourself by yourself
What objects are held in Saraswati’s four hands?
A Veena, a book, a rosary and lotus
There is no effect without a cause. What are the two types of causes?
Material and efficient
What are the other names for Goddess Durga (name 2)?
Parvati, Ambika, Chandi
What transformed Tulsidasji to become the composer of Tulsi Ramayan?
His wife told Tulsidas that he should love Lord Rama as much as he loves her
Where was the world’s first university established?
Taksasila
What was the name of Tulsidasji's wife?
Ratnavali
Who was the king who upset Lakshmi in Jaisalmer?
(Rawal) Prithvi Singh
What did Acarya Kanad describe in his works?
The first theory of Atoms and Molecules
What are the names of the Four Kumaras? (most correct names wins)
Sanaka, Sanatana, Sanandana, and Sanat Kumara
What was the name of Tansen's Guru?
Swami Haridas
Who answered the questions raised by Gargi?
Sage Yajnavalkya
How does the pot maker (Gora Kumba) determine if the pot is ready and fully baked?
Hit the pot with a stick
Why did Lord Kartikeya imprison Lord Brahma?
Lord Brahma did not know the meaning of OM