Elementary I
What is Diwali known as?
Festival of lights
What is mother in Sanskrit?
Mata
How many rulers are there for nakshatras?
9
What show contains the hand signs that are associated with chakras?
Naruto
What do the words “raksha” and “bandhan” both mean? (elementary)
raksha- protection; bandhan- a tie or bond
Which deity does Navratri celebrate?
Durga
What exchange of promises takes place after the Rakshabandhan puja?
Both the brother and sister promise to protect and care for each other in all circumstances.
What did we chant for overall physical health?
Om Dhanvantaraye Namah
What two environmental challenges are especially damaging to India?
climate crisis and air pollution
What was the name of the NBA coach that taught his players to meditate?(high)
Phil Jackson
What is warrior's code?
Under the warrior’s code, it is immoral and unfair to strike someone below the waist.
How many cycles are there in a year for the Hindu Vedic Calendar?
12 full cycles
What was the name of the sage who is considered the only keeper of Kamadhenu?
Vasistha
Name the three categories that Hindus divide food categories into?
Satva, Rajas, Tamas
What are the four Yugas? (elementary)
Satya Yuga, Treta Yuga, Dwapara Yuga, and Kali Yuga
Who reminded Hanuman of his powers in the search of Sita?
Jambavan
When was the Hindu Vedic Calendar created?
(about 1000bce or 3000 years ago)
What is the difference the Hindu and Newcomb tropical year.
-2.0 seconds/year.
What is the balancing force of Prakriti and what does it represent?
Purusha, "true self"
When was the Hindu Vedic Calendar created? (elementary)
about 1000bce or 3000 years ago
Ganesh Chaturti begins on which day of which month on the Hindu calendar?
It begins on chaturti, the 4th day of the 6th month according to the Hindu calendar (August-September).
What is the last day of Diwali called?
Bhai Dooj
list at least 3 questions you can ask yourself in order to confirm your actions stay in the realm of appreciation
a: 1. Am I using this item (or clothing, word, practice, and so on) to learn more about the culture? 2. Have I given credit to the creator and the culture it came from? 3. Does my use amplify and support the voices of people of that culture, or does it prevent them from being heard? 4.Does my use contribute to stereotypes? 5. Would a person of that culture see my actions as respectful?
What is the name of the Hindu Activist who rescued sea birds called Bridled Tern when he was 12?
Varad Kubal
What is the Sanskrit word for soul?(high)
Atman