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What is the meaning behind the chant: "Nam-myoho-renge-kyo?"
"We will be true to the words of the lotus sutra"
"I devote myself to the law of the lotus sutra"
"I devote myself to the strive for nirvana"
"I will strive to act upon the teachings of the Buddha"
2
The moon and stars are recurring images within Nichiren Buddhism.
False
True
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What is meant by the term "Gongyo"?
A type of mediation associated with Nichiren Buddhism
Reciting sections of the Lotus Sutra
Key section of scripture within the lotus sutra
A chant referring to the strive for nirvana
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How many 'lower' worlds does Nichiren Buddhism reference?
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10
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4
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"Ichinen Sanzen" is a unique form of reflective meditation, associated with Nichiren buddhism
True
False
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Nichiren criticised other forms of Buddhism, as he felt they lead people in the wrong direction.
False
True
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What term refers to the teachings of Nichiren buddhism that create peace, harmony and happiness?
Noxen-Ali
Noxen-Rufu
Kosen-ali
Kosen-Rufu
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Which piece of Buddhist scripture serves as the leading guide for Nichiren Buddhists?
Lotus Sutra
Heart Sutra
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In what country did Nichiren Buddhism originate?
India
China
Korea
Japan
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What term is used to describe the barriers that act against one's path to nirvana?
Four devils and three obstacles
Four Obstacles and three devils
Three obstacles and four devils
Three devils and four obstacles
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"Renge" references the symbol of a Lotus Flower
True
False
