Spiritual Terms/phrases Flashcards
What does ‘Kinabhane’ mean?
Because
What is the meaning of ‘Gyan’?
Knowledge
Translate ‘Parmaprabhu bata’.
From the Lord
What does ‘Aunchha’ signify?
Comes
What does ‘Uhanko’ refer to?
His
Translate ‘Mukhbaata’.
From His mouth
What is the meaning of ‘Buddhi’?
Wisdom
What does ‘Ra’ mean?
And
What does ‘Samajhko’ refer to?
Of understanding
Translate ‘Bachan’.
Words
What does ‘Niskanchha’ signify?
Flows out / comes forth
Fill in the blank: ‘Gyan’ means _______.
Knowledge
True or False: ‘Ra’ translates to ‘And’.
True
Translate ‘Bachan’ in English.
Words
What does ‘Buddhi’ denote?
Wisdom
What does ‘Adarniya’ mean?
Worthy of honor
Refers to the respect due to God.
Who is referred to as ‘Mahima ko Parmeshwar’?
God of glory
Highlights God’s majestic nature.
What is the meaning of ‘Aadharbhoot’?
Foundation of all
Indicates God’s role as the basis of existence.
What does ‘Set Pm’ signify?
Living God
Emphasizes the active and present nature of God.
Define ‘Nishpakshya’.
Impartial
Indicates God’s fairness and justice.
What does ‘Achintya’ mean?
Incomprehensible
Reflects the mysteries of God’s nature.
What is the meaning of ‘Satat Stir’?
Ever-faithful
Describes God’s unwavering reliability.
Fill in the blank: ‘Adarniya’ means _______.
Worthy of honor
True or False: ‘Nishpakshya’ means ‘partial’.
False
‘Nishpakshya’ means impartial.
List three attributes of God mentioned in the text.
- Worthy of honor
- God of glory
- Foundation of all
What does ‘Muktiadata’ mean?
Savior
Refers to a figure or entity that liberates or saves.
What is the translation of ‘Uddharkarta’?
Deliverer
Indicates a person or entity that rescues or provides assistance.
What does ‘Atut’ signify?
Unchanging (Immutable)
Describes something that does not change or is constant.
What is the meaning of ‘Shant’?
Giver of peace
Refers to someone who provides tranquility or calmness.
What does ‘Jyoti’ translate to?
Light
Represents illumination or enlightenment.
What does ‘Compassionate’ refer to?
A quality of showing empathy and concern for others
Indicates a deep awareness of the suffering of others coupled with the wish to relieve it.
What does ‘Adarniya’ mean?
Worthy of honor
Signifies someone who deserves respect and esteem.
What is meant by ‘Mahima ko Parmeshwar’?
God of glory
Refers to a divine figure associated with majesty and magnificence.
What does ‘Aadhabhit’ represent?
Foundation of all
Indicates the underlying basis or support for everything.
Fill in the blank: ‘God’ is referred to as _______.
g God
Suggests a divine being or higher power.
What does ‘Premmayi’ mean?
Loving
What is the meaning of ‘Dayalu’?
Merciful
What is the term for ‘Holy’ in Nepali Romanized?
Pavitra
What does ‘Shan’ refer to?
All-powerful (Omnipotent)
What is the meaning of ‘knowing’ in the context of omniscience?
Omniscient
What does ‘Sarwavyapi’ signify?
Present everywhere (Omnipresent)
What is the translation for ‘Truthful’?
Satya
What does ‘Kripalu’ mean?
Gracious
What is the meaning of ‘Adbhut’?
Wonderful
Who is referred to as the ‘Giver of grace’?
Muktiada
What does ‘Varialal’ signify?
Savior
What does ‘Parmeshwar’ mean?
God
What is the meaning of ‘Sansaar’?
World
Define ‘Maya’.
Love
What does ‘Afno’ translate to?
Own
What does ‘Ekmatra’ mean?
One and only
What is the meaning of ‘Chhora’?
Son
Define ‘Bishwas’.
Faith / Believe
What does ‘Naash’ signify?
Perish
What is the meaning of ‘Anant’?
Eternal
What does ‘Jeevan’ mean?
Life
What is the meaning of ‘Pavitra’?
Holy
‘Pavitra’ signifies purity and holiness in a spiritual context.
What does ‘Aradhana’ refer to?
Adoration / Worship
‘Aradhana’ is a term commonly associated with the act of showing reverence to a deity.
Define ‘Dharmikta’.
Righteousness
‘Dharmikta’ relates to moral principles and the concept of being virtuous.
What is the term for ‘spiritual’ in this context?
Aatmaik
‘Aatmaik’ emphasizes the inner self or soul in spiritual discussions.
Fill in the blank: The term for ‘renunciation’ is _______.
Tyag
What does ‘Siddhanta’ mean?
Doctrine
‘Siddhanta’ refers to a principle or a fundamental belief system.
What is the meaning of ‘Upadesh’?
Teaching / Instruction
‘Upadesh’ is often used to describe guidance or teachings imparted by a mentor.
Define ‘Sharan’.
Refuge
‘Sharan’ indicates a place or state of safety and protection, often in a spiritual sense.
What does ‘Adhyatma’ translate to?
Spirituality
‘Adhyatma’ encompasses the study and practice of spiritual matters.
Fill in the blank: The term that signifies ‘devotion’ or ‘commitment’ is _______.
Nishtha
What does ‘Bhakti’ mean?
Devotion
Bhakti is often associated with religious or spiritual devotion to a deity.
What is the meaning of ‘Dhyan’?
Meditation
Dhyan is a practice of focused concentration and mindfulness.
Define ‘Satyata’.
Truthfulness
Satyata emphasizes honesty and integrity in thoughts and actions.
What does ‘Mukti’ refer to?
Salvation / Liberation
Mukti signifies the release from the cycle of birth and death.
What is ‘Kripa’?
Mercy
Kripa is often viewed as divine grace or compassion.
What does ‘Prem’ mean?
Love (Divine love)
Prem refers to a deep, unconditional love, often associated with spirituality.
Define ‘Samarpan’.
Surrender
Samarpan is the act of yielding oneself to a higher power or purpose.
What does ‘Mahima’ signify?
Glory
Mahima often refers to the greatness or magnificence of a person or deity.
What is meant by ‘Uddhar’?
Deliverance
Uddhar indicates the act of rescuing or liberating someone from distress.
What does ‘Viswas’ mean?
Faith / Belief
Viswas is an essential element in spiritual practice, implying trust in a higher power.