Explore Eastern Mythology and Philosophy

A set of challenging questions linking legendary tales and core philosophical ideas from East Asia.

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  1. 1

    The Chinese mythological bird that symbolizes rebirth and appears after a flood is known as?

    Question 1
  2. 2

    What is the central concept in Daoist thought that describes the natural way of the universe?

    Question 2
  3. 3

    Which Buddhist figure is known as the "Enlightened One" and founded the early teachings that spread across India and beyond?

    Question 3
  4. 4

    Which of the following deities, together with a partner, is credited with forming the Japanese islands?

    Question 4
  5. 5

    The Hindu concept of "Dharma" in the Mahabharata primarily refers to what?

    Question 5
  6. 6

    Which Korean legend tells of a tiger and a rabbit competing for a bowl of rice?

    Question 6
  7. 7

    In Confucianism, the term "Ren" is best translated as which of the following?

    Question 7
  8. 8

    The Buddhist doctrine of "Anatta" asserts the non-existence of what?

    Question 8
  9. 9

    Which text is a foundational collection of Zen koans used for meditation training?

    Question 9
  10. 10

    In the Vedic tradition, which fire ritual is performed to honor ancestors during the death rites?

    Question 10

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