Science And Health by Mary Baker Eddy
- 1. Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, written by Mary Baker Eddy, is a foundational text for the Christian Science religion, published in 1875. This work synthesizes Eddy's insights into the relationship between spirituality and healing, emphasizing the power of thought and the significance of understanding divine laws for achieving physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. In her writing, Eddy presents a metaphysical perspective that challenges material views of health and sickness, advocating the notion that true healing comes from recognizing the spiritual nature of reality. She provides a comprehensive interpretation of the Bible and integrates her ideas with philosophical aspects of mind and consciousness, promoting the idea that God is the ultimate source of healing. The book outlines the principles of Christian Science and encourages readers to cultivate a deeper understanding of their own divine nature and inherent health as a reflection of divine consciousness. Science and Health continues to be a vital resource for those seeking insight into the intersection of faith and healing, influencing countless individuals in their spiritual journeys and practices.
Who is the author of Science and Health?
A) Emmet Fox.
B) Charles Fillmore.
C) Mary Baker Eddy.
D) Ernest Holmes.
- 2. What term does Eddy use to refer to the divine source of creation?
A) Spirit.
B) God.
C) Nature.
D) Science.
- 3. In Science and Health, what is said to be the true nature of man?
A) A mortal creature.
B) A flawed being.
C) The image and likeness of God.
D) A physical body.
- 4. What does Mary Baker Eddy call the understanding of God's laws?
A) Philosophical reasoning.
B) Human logic.
C) Medical science.
D) Divine Science.
- 5. What role does prayer play in healing, according to Science and Health?
A) Prayers should be mechanical.
B) Only formal prayers are effective.
C) Prayer is foundational for spiritual healing.
D) Prayer has no impact.
- 6. Eddy teaches that sin can be overcome through what?
A) Mental discipline.
B) Spiritual understanding.
C) Strict punishment.
D) Social pressure.
- 7. What does Science and Health say about life?
A) Life is temporary and material.
B) Life is spiritual and eternal.
C) Life is uncertain.
D) Life is a series of struggles.
- 8. Eddy often refers to which book as a companion to Science and Health?
A) The Bhagavad Gita.
B) The Tao Te Ching.
C) The Bible.
D) The Qur'an.
- 9. In Science and Health, what is emphasized regarding suffering?
A) It helps individuals grow only.
B) It is a necessary part of life.
C) It is God’s punishment.
D) It can be overcome through understanding.
- 10. According to Eddy, how can one receive healing?
A) By ignoring symptoms.
B) By seeking medical intervention.
C) By understanding spiritual reality.
D) By relying on luck.
- 11. What does Science and Health argue about intelligence?
A) It is derived from education.
B) It is based on experience.
C) It is a manifestation of divine Mind.
D) It is a product of society.
- 12. In which year was 'Science and Health' first published?
A) 1901
B) 1865
C) 1888
D) 1875
- 13. What does Mary Baker Eddy say about matter?
A) Matter is unchangeable.
B) Matter is more powerful than spirit.
C) Matter is the basis of reality.
D) Matter is an illusion.
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