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A theological quiz about Zen Buddhism

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1
Who was Mahakasyapa?
The chosen successor of Buddha
A follower of Confucianism
A Buddhist God
A prophet and writer of Hindu scripts
2
Who can study Zen Buddhism?
People living in Japan only
People living in Monasteries only
Everyone
Monks only
3
What is Zazen?
A ceremonial garb that monks wear
A City in Japan
A form of seated meditation
A Japanese warrior caste
4
Which of these is not one of Zen’s teachings?
Zen is Beyond Words
Zen is Beyond Logical Thinking
Zen focuses on Life after Death and Holy Dieties
Zen is Experiential
5
What does Zen teach about the existence of an afterlife?
It teaches about a cycle of reincarnation
It neither affirms nor denies the existence of an afterlife
It teaches of a heaven but not a hell
It teaches about a heaven and hell
6
What is a common Zen symbol of Enlightenment?
Enso, or circle representing the totality of life
No common symbol
Cruifix
Torch, representing the flame of life
7
Which Zen sect is known as the school of sudden awakening?
Rinzai
Soto
8
What are Koans?
Ancient Gods
Idols
Puzzles to frustrate the mind
Japanese mountains
9
What are the primary sects of Japanese Zen?
Rinazi and Soto
Social and Physical
Teachings and Enlightenment
Buddhism and Confucianism
10
What is the difference between Nirvana and Satoi enlightenment?
Nirvana is a permanent state of enlightenment, Satori is not
Satori is enlightenment and Nirvana isn’t
Nirvana is achevied in seconds and Satori takes a lifetime
Anyone can attain Nirvana, few can attain Satori