ThatQuiz Test Library Take this test now
Mara
Contributed by: Bartlett
  • 1. In Buddhism, who is Mara the embodiment of?
A) Desire and temptation
B) Compassion
C) Truth
D) Wisdom
  • 2. Which historical period does the term 'Mara' primarily reference in Buddhist texts?
A) The Middle Ages
B) The time of the Buddha
C) The Renaissance
D) The Industrial Revolution
  • 3. Mara is depicted as which of the following?
A) A savior
B) A warrior
C) A teacher
D) A tempter
  • 4. Mara is part of which major world religion?
A) Hinduism
B) Buddhism
C) Islam
D) Christianity
  • 5. What does Mara attempt to distract the Buddha from?
A) Giving sermons
B) Performing miracles
C) Traveling
D) Achieving enlightenment
  • 6. What does the name 'Mara' literally translate to in Pali?
A) Awakening
B) Joy
C) Death
D) Life
  • 7. Mara's most famous encounter was with whom?
A) Brahma
B) Yogis
C) The Buddha
D) Arjuna
  • 8. What is one way we can resist Mara's influence, according to teachings?
A) Isolation
B) Mindfulness
C) Aggression
D) Indulgence
Created with That Quiz — a math test site for students of all grade levels.