What is the origin of the word 'Veda' and what does it mean?

Understanding the Vedas: A Hindu Religious Study

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Religious Studies, Moral Science
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7th - 12th Grade
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Amelia Wright
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
It comes from Greek and means 'truth'.
It comes from Latin and means 'wisdom'.
It comes from Sanskrit and means 'knowledge'.
It comes from Hebrew and means 'faith'.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a part of the Sruti texts?
Nibanda
Brahmana
Mantram
Upanisad
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who is credited with organizing the Catur Veda?
Maharsi Sumantu
Maharsi Vyasa
Maharsi Jaimini
Maharsi Pulaha
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which Veda is associated with sacred songs?
Atharvaveda
Yajurveda
Rigveda
Samaveda
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary purpose of the Smerti texts?
To provide hymns for rituals.
To explain the Sruti texts.
To narrate historical events.
To offer philosophical insights.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the term 'Upanisad' refer to in the context of Vedic texts?
A collection of hymns
A set of philosophical teachings
A guide to rituals
A historical narrative
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which component of Wedangga deals with the correct pronunciation of Vedic mantras?
Nirukta
Siksa
Kalpa
Canda
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