Stillness Speaks by Eckhart Tolle - Quiz
  • 1. In 'Stillness Speaks', Eckhart Tolle invites readers to delve into the profound treasures of inner silence and the essence of being. This contemplative work is a rich tapestry of insights that encourage individuals to transcend the chaotic chatter of the mind and connect with the stillness that resides within. Tolle's eloquent prose articulates the importance of mindfulness and presence, emphasizing that true peace and fulfillment are found not in the external world but in the depth of our own consciousness. Through a series of reflective passages, he dismantles the illusion of the ego and addresses the pathways to awakening, urging readers to embrace the present moment as a gateway to spiritual liberation. 'Stillness Speaks' serves as both a guide and a gentle reminder of the transformative power of quietude, inspiring readers to cultivate an inner sanctuary where the noise of life can be softly observed and ultimately transcended.

    According to Tolle, what is the primary obstacle to experiencing stillness?
A) The thinking mind
B) External circumstances
C) Physical limitations
D) Other people's opinions
  • 2. What does Tolle mean by 'the Now'?
A) Future possibilities
B) The present moment
C) Past memories
D) Dream states
  • 3. How does Tolle describe the ego?
A) False self created by identification with thoughts
B) Biological survival instinct
C) Moral compass
D) The highest aspect of human consciousness
  • 4. How does Tolle define enlightenment?
A) Acquisition of special knowledge
B) Development of psychic powers
C) Freedom from identification with mind
D) Achievement of personal goals
  • 5. What does Tolle mean by 'pain-body'?
A) Spiritual energy
B) Creative inspiration
C) Accumulated emotional pain from the past
D) Physical discomfort
  • 6. How does Tolle view relationships in stillness?
A) Sources of suffering
B) Unnecessary attachments
C) Opportunities for spiritual growth
D) Distractions from enlightenment
  • 7. What is the significance of silence in Tolle's work?
A) Meditation technique
B) Religious requirement
C) Absence of communication
D) Gateway to deeper consciousness
  • 8. What does Tolle mean by 'watching the thinker'?
A) Controlling thoughts
B) Analyzing others' thinking
C) Studying psychology
D) Becoming aware of your thoughts
  • 9. How does Tolle view suffering?
A) Biological inevitability
B) Random occurrence
C) Result of resistance to what is
D) Divine punishment
  • 10. What is the relationship between stillness and action according to Tolle?
A) Right action arises from stillness
B) Action destroys stillness
C) Stillness prevents action
D) They are unrelated
  • 11. What does Tolle suggest about finding meaning in life?
A) Meaning comes from achievements
B) There is no inherent meaning
C) Meaning is found in the present moment
D) Meaning is created by the mind
  • 12. How does Tolle view the concept of time?
A) Psychological construct that obscures the Now
B) Linear progression
C) Absolute reality
D) Divine creation
  • 13. What is Tolle's perspective on emotions?
A) Express all emotions freely
B) Emotions are illusions
C) Suppress negative emotions
D) Observe them without identification
  • 14. How does Tolle describe the experience of beauty?
A) Personal preference
B) Cultural conditioning
C) Recognition of essence beyond form
D) Sensory pleasure
  • 15. How does Tolle describe the relationship between stillness and the present moment?
A) They are opposites
B) The present destroys stillness
C) Stillness comes before the present
D) They are inseparable
  • 16. What happens to problems when we connect with stillness?
A) They multiply
B) They disappear permanently
C) They become more complex
D) They lose their power over us
  • 17. How does Tolle describe the experience of 'now'?
A) Less important than future
B) A point between past and future
C) A philosophical concept
D) The only reality we have
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