Written Test Prep

Question 1

What is the Amanat Sang Guru #4?

Answer 1

Combine and utilize the previous 3 principles to develop a greater energetic awareness and connection with ourselves, others, and all of nature.

Question 2

What is the Amanat Sang Guru #3?

Answer 2

Connection and harmony with nature and our daily environment.

Question 3

What is the meaning of the sabuk?

Answer 3

One must always help humanity and uphold the truth based on dynamic harmony and patriotism.

Question 4

The white of the baju ______ ______ & __________.

Answer 4

denotes purity & generosity

Question 5

The red of the sabuk symbolizes:

Answer 5

• the oneness and equality of all people and things
• 5 stitch lines represent the 5 creeds of the Indonesian constitution

Question 6

What is the meaning of the combined 5 colors of the emblem?

Answer 6

One must always remain humble and ethical as a result of proper education, and reflects the everlasting devotion and patriotism of all MP members to uphold the holy inspiration against evil.

Question 7

What does the red banner with “Merpati Putih” in white letters symbolize?

Answer 7

The courage to uphold the highest truth based on spiritual goodness and purity of soul.

Question 8

What does the black in the celana symbolize?

Answer 8

• reflects traditional pencak silat uniform
• based on farmers clothes
• persistence

Question 9

Translation of “To seek and to find that which is right, doing in silence”

Answer 9

MERsudi PAtitising TIndak PUsakane TItising Hening

Question 10

The red neckline of the baju symbolizes:

Answer 10

• 5 creeds of the Indonesian constitution
• Is pentagonal

Question 11

What is the Amanat Sang Guru #1?

Answer 11

Integrity and Compassion

Question 12

The color yellow symbolizes:

Answer 12

• Nobility and greatness
• 1 of 3 primary colors

Question 13

The black forward facing hand, outlined in yellow, symbolizes:

Answer 13

Power, solidarity, and determination in doing that which is right.

Question 14

The sky blue pentagonal shield symbolizes:

Answer 14

The peaceful demeanor and loyalty necessary to be an MP member.

Question 15

The 3 holes in the neck line of the baju symbolize:

Answer 15

• The 3 member promises
• The 3 ways spiritual knowledge is gained in MP

Question 16

What is the Amanat Sang Guru #2?

Answer 16

Self reliance and building of our own and others self confidence.

Question 17

The color blue symbolizes:

Answer 17

• Peace & loyalty
• 1 of 3 primary colors

Question 18

Translate “baju” in English.

Answer 18

Uniform or shirt

Question 19

The color red symbolizes:

Answer 19

• Courage
• 1 of 3 primary colors

Question 20

Translate “sabuk” in English.

Answer 20

Belt

Question 21

The color white symbolizes:

Answer 21

• Holiness
• Absolute presence of all colors

Question 22

The white dove symbolizes:

Answer 22

Peace and justice for all of humanity

Question 23

What does “janji anggota” mean?

Answer 23

Member Promises

Question 24

What is “pencak Silat organization” in Indonesian?

Answer 24

Perguruan Pencak Silat

Question 25

What does celana mean?

Answer 25

Pants

Question 26

On the baju, what is the red and white combination symbolic of?

Answer 26

The Indonesian flag

Question 27

What is the full name of MP?

Answer 27

PPS Betako Merpati Putih

Or

Perguruan Pencak Silat BEladiri TAngan KOsong MERsudi PAtitising TIndak PUsakane TItising Hening

Question 28

The color black symbolizes:

Answer 28

• Persistence everlasting
• The absolute absence of all colors

Question 29

What is the “Amanat Sang Guru”?

Answer 29

Legacy of Pak Raden Saring Hadipoernomo

10th generational heir

Question 30

What is “empty handed fighting” in Indonesian?

Answer 30

Beladiri tangan kosong