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Stillness Speaks by Eckhart Tolle - Quiz
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  • 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) Physical limitations
B) External circumstances
C) The thinking mind
D) Other people's opinions
  • 2. What does Tolle mean by 'the Now'?
A) Dream states
B) The present moment
C) Past memories
D) Future possibilities
  • 3. How does Tolle describe the ego?
A) Moral compass
B) False self created by identification with thoughts
C) Biological survival instinct
D) The highest aspect of human consciousness
  • 4. How does Tolle define enlightenment?
A) Achievement of personal goals
B) Development of psychic powers
C) Acquisition of special knowledge
D) Freedom from identification with mind
  • 5. What does Tolle mean by 'pain-body'?
A) Accumulated emotional pain from the past
B) Physical discomfort
C) Creative inspiration
D) Spiritual energy
  • 6. How does Tolle view relationships in stillness?
A) Opportunities for spiritual growth
B) Sources of suffering
C) Unnecessary attachments
D) Distractions from enlightenment
  • 7. What is the significance of silence in Tolle's work?
A) Absence of communication
B) Gateway to deeper consciousness
C) Religious requirement
D) Meditation technique
  • 8. What does Tolle mean by 'watching the thinker'?
A) Becoming aware of your thoughts
B) Controlling thoughts
C) Studying psychology
D) Analyzing others' thinking
  • 9. How does Tolle view suffering?
A) Random occurrence
B) Biological inevitability
C) Divine punishment
D) Result of resistance to what is
  • 10. What is the relationship between stillness and action according to Tolle?
A) Action destroys stillness
B) Right action arises from stillness
C) Stillness prevents action
D) They are unrelated
  • 11. What does Tolle suggest about finding meaning in life?
A) Meaning is found in the present moment
B) There is no inherent meaning
C) Meaning comes from achievements
D) Meaning is created by the mind
  • 12. How does Tolle view the concept of time?
A) Divine creation
B) Psychological construct that obscures the Now
C) Linear progression
D) Absolute reality
  • 13. What is Tolle's perspective on emotions?
A) Express all emotions freely
B) Suppress negative emotions
C) Emotions are illusions
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) They are inseparable
D) Stillness comes before the present
  • 16. What happens to problems when we connect with stillness?
A) They disappear permanently
B) They become more complex
C) They lose their power over us
D) They multiply
  • 17. How does Tolle describe the experience of 'now'?
A) A point between past and future
B) Less important than future
C) A philosophical concept
D) The only reality we have
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