06 BS Module 1 Section 6.pdf

The VTE Bhakti

astri Course

Module One

Section Six – Homework Questions and Answers

Contents

Page

Part One: Generic Questions

Part Two: Content-specific Questions 4

Answers

Notes for the Teacher

Instructions on using these Exercises are included in

the Teachers Handbook (page 67)

Part One (Generic Questions)

We recommend that you select an equal number of questions from here (Part One) and

from Part Two (content-specific questions). These are best assigned to students before

they read each section, or each chapter, and can be used in conjuction with the Student

Worksheets..

It is important that all teachers have thoroughly read page 55 in the Teachers’ Handbook

prior to using these questions.

There are no rigidly defined answers for these questions (Part One) but we recommend

teachers to consult the corresponding Objectives (see the THB, pages 39-41).

1) Choose one verse/passage from this section which you find difficulty in

understanding — examine and explain why. (Und)

2) Choose one verse/passage in this section which you don’t understand so well/fully.

Identify and write down up to three questions which, if answered, would help you to

better understand the subject. (Und)

3) From this section, choose two points/instructions that appear to be contradictory or

are held in tension. Alternatively, draw one point from this section and the other

from elsewhere in scripture. Explore and draw a conclusion. (Und)

4) Choose one verse/passage which you feel you understand/grasp quite well. Now,

come up with three possible arguments to disprove it, backing them up as far as

possible with sastra. (Optionally, now refute these arguments). (Und, Aut)

5) Choose one verse from this section which, if applied, would enhance your own

Krishna consciousness. Write down a plan for doing this . (PeA)

6) Identify one verse/passage etc. that appears to “speak to you directly” (i.e. seems

just relevant to you, and your current situation, challenges, etc). Explore and write

down one thing you could do based on this to improve your spiritual life. (PeA)

7) Choose 1/2/3* (*delete as required) personal qualities mentioned in this section.

Write down the specific behaviour traits that demonstrate this quality. Explore how

well you are doing in developing this quality (perhaps even ask a devotee friend).

(PeA)

8) Of all the Vaishnava qualities listed in this section, choose the 1/2/3 (specify) in

which you feel most challenged. Write down your behaviour/attitudes that

demonstrate this. (PeA)

9) Choose a verse or passage from the section which you feel enhances your faith

and conviction in Krishna Consciousness and/or Srila Prabhupada (and the disciplic

succession) (F+C)

10) Choose one verse in this section which you consider most useful in preaching.

Explain why and discuss. (PrA)

11) Identify one statement which appears to be contradictory to popular contemporary

thought (values, opinions, etc.). Explain how you would present it to an audience of

non-devotees in such a way as to be tactful but not compromising our principles

and values. (PrA)

12) Considering the (many) current topical issues in society, choose a verse/passage

that could constructively contribute towards that debate. Explain why you chose

this verse/passage. (Th.A)

13) Choose one verse or passage from this section which reflects Srila Prabhupada’s

Mood and Mission (or just one of these). Write a paragraph or two exploring this.

(M+M)

14) Choose a verse that relates to a difference of practice between members of

ISKCON and those belonging to its broader tradition (e.g. Hinduism in general,

other Vaishanava traditions, other Gaudiya Vaishnava traditions). Explain how

those practices differ and explore reasons for the differences. (M+M)

15) Choose one verse that you feel is pertinent to Srila Prabhupada’s life and/or

ISKCON’s mission. Explain what it means to you and how it affects your life.

(M+M, PeA)

16) Select one verse/passage that you consider is relevant to ISKCON’s development

and explain. (M+M, Th.A).

17) Choose one verse in this section, and identify and explain how it is or could be

misused (one example is enough). Then identify and explain the fallacy. Finally,

disprove it. (AMI)

18) Choose one verse/passage from this section. Explain how it could be used to

support non-Krishna conscious behaviour. Analyse the arguments (are they

honest, logical, well-supported, etc.?) (AMI)

19) Choose one verse in this section that could serve as a trigger for helping you

remember sastra in certain situations. Identify and briefly describe those situations.

(SC)

20) Choose one verse/passage in this section that reminds you of something written by

a person outside of the Vaishnava tradition (e.g. a play or poem). Evaluate their

statements in the light of Krishna consciousness. (SC)

21) Choose one verse in this section about which you feel you have some realisation.

Explore and discuss your insights and realisations. (Rea)

22) Choose one verse from this section which you have difficulty in accepting, or which

raises doubts in your mind. Try to identify why. (Auth, F+C)

23) Choose one verse/passage that you have difficulty accepting (for example, it may

appear illogical or exaggerated). Write a paragraph on how you deal with such

scriptural passages (perhaps describing your thoughts, feelings, etc.). (Aut)

24) Choose a verse that is relevant to some dilemma or difficult choice you’ve had in

life. Explore how scripture might be useful in ascertaining what is your best course

of action. (Eva)

25) Choose a verse in this section that is relevant to Aim Number (specify 1–12) and

explain why. (RfL, plus whatever Aim you specify)

26) Choose a verse/passage from this section which you really like, which inspires you

and/or which stands out for you. Identify and explain why or how. (T/A/R)

Part Two – Content-specific Questions

Questions

Answers to these questions can be found at the end of this section, beginning at

page 8.

Lesson 1 (Ch1. Verses 1–13)

1. Why is the Bhagavad-gita the perfect theistic science?

2. Why is Dhrtarastra fearful about the outcome of the battle?

Lesson 2 (Ch1. Verses 14–23)

1. State any three signs that point to a victory for the Pandavas.

2. Explain the significance of Krishna’s name Hrsikesa in verse 15.

Lesson 3 (Ch1. Verses 24–36)

1. Explain the significance of Arjuna’s addressing Krishna as Hrsikesa in verse 24.

2. Explain the significance of Arjuna’s addressing Krishna as Govinda in verse 32.

Lesson 4 (Ch1. Verses 37–46)

1. What is the significance of the word varna-sankara ?

2. Summarise Arjuna’s arguments for not fighting so far.

Lesson 5 (Ch2. Verses 1–10)

1. What words does Krishna use to describe Arjuna’s compassion?

2. Summarise the main point of the purport to verse 2.7.

Lesson 6 (Ch2. Verses 11–19)

1. What exactly does a pandita not lament for? How would a devotee react to death

in the family?

2. Summarise Srila Prabhupada’s arguments against Mayavada philosophy in the

purports to 2.12–13.

Lesson 7 (Ch2. Verses 20–30)

1. Explain the analogies of the “the surgeon” and “the justice of the peace”.

2. Why is the soul described as amazing?

Lesson 8 (Ch2. Verses 31–38)

1. Why does battle bring pleasure to a ksatriya ?

2. What are the two types of “ sva-dharma ”? What are their purposes?

Lesson 9 (Ch2. Verses 39–49)

1. What is “ vyavasayatmika intelligence”?

2. What is the relationship between the Vedas and Krishna consciousness?

Lesson 10 (Ch2. Verses 50–59)

1. Explain from memory the analogy of the tortoise, drawing as many similarities as

pssible between the metaphor and that which it explains.

2. To what is restriction from sense-gratification by rules and regulations compared in

the purport to the ‘higher taste’ verse? For whom are such restrctions useful?

Lesson 11 (Ch2. Verses 60–72)

1. How does one avoid the sequence of falldown in verses 2.62-3?

2. What does it mean to become desireless?

Lesson 12 (Ch3. Verses 1–9)

1. Explain the relationship between buddhi-yoga and sankhya-yoga .

2. Explain the term “ mithyacarah ”.

Lesson 13 (Ch3.Verses 10–21)

1. What is the function of the demigods? Why are they worshipped?

2. How is the ritual of “ yajna ” an indirect practice of Krishna consciousness?

Lesson 14 (Ch3. Verses 22–32)

1. Why does Krishna strictly perform prescribed duties of varnasrama-dharma ?

2. Briefly explain the consciousness of one who acts under false ego.

Lesson 15 (Ch3. Verses 33–43)

1. Explain the analogy of the “milk”.

2. How can an aspiring transcendentalist conquer lust?

Lesson 16 (Ch4. Verses 1–10)

1. Explain the significance of parampara .

2. Why does Krishna appear on Earth? In what different ways does he accomplish

His mission?

Lesson 17 (Ch4. Verses 11–24)

1. How is Krishna the “object of everyone’s realisation” according to their desires?

2. How does one become free from reactions while performing activities?

Lesson 18 (Ch4. Verses 25–33)

1. What is the purpose of sacrifice?

2. What is the difference between the sacrifice of material possessions and the

sacrifice of transcendental knowledge?

Lesson 19 (Ch4. Verses 34–42)

1. What are the three important aspects of one’s relationship with a bona fide

spiritual master?

2. Describe the fate of the faithful person and the doubter.

Lesson 20 (Ch5. Verses 1–9)

1. What is the difference between Vaisnava and Mayavadi sannyasis ? Why is this

distinction relevant to the section?

2. Why is someone absorbed in devotional service “dear to everyone”?

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