SSP / March 2005 /200 1 BOCHASANWASI SHRI AKSHAR PURUSHOTTAM SANSTHA SATSANG EXAMINATIONS SATSANG PRAVIN PAPER-2

Date: 6th March 2005 Time: 2.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. TOTAL MARKS: 100 Note: Figures to the right indicate the marks for that question. SECTION-1: KISHORE SATSANG PRAVIN Q.1 For any TWO of the following, state who is speaking to whom and when the words were spoken. [6] 1. “How much will you pay for this work?” 2. “I am prepared to face excommunication for defying your order.” 3. “Do you recognise this man?” Q.2 Give reasons for any TWO of the following. (12 lines each.) [6] 1. Shriji Maharaj initiated Kalyandas into the sadhufold and named him ‘Adbhutanand’. 2. Rajabhai left his wife and home. 3. Shriji Maharaj sent Bhaguji to put the lantern in the toilet. Q.3 Write short notes on the following. (12 lines each.) [8] 1. Shri Harililakalpataru OR Ultimate redemption 2. Bhaktaraj Maganbhai OR Jetha Mer Q.4 Answer ALL of the following, using one sentence for each. [6] 1. Who are deemed to be excommunicated from the satsang fellowship? 2. What is ‘Saparshad dhyan’? 3. What has Shriji Maharaj said about the glory commandments in Vachanamrut Gadhada II-51? 4. Which scripture is the ‘Fagva’ chapter in? 5. Where and against whom did Somla Khachar’s bravery come in use? 6. What names did Shriji Maharaj give Mulji and Krushnaji when He initiated them into the sadhufold? Q.5 Either complete and explain the given Swamini Vatu: [5] “God does not look at the wrongs committed...... ” OR Explain: Vachanamrut Gadhada I-22. Q.6 From the following sentences choose only the FIVE correct sentences. (Write the sentence numbers only.) [5] Sura Khachar 1. Sura Khachar was from Kariyani. 2. Sura Khachar firmly observed the vow of celibacy. 3. Sura Khachar requested, ‘‘After accepting our meal, you can happily go wherever you wish.’’ 4. Shriji Maharaj asked, ‘‘Sura Khachar, which eggplants taste better, from Gadhada or Loya?’’ 5. Sura Khachar was one of the closest and dearest devotees of Shriji Maharaj. 6. Sura Khachar’s special virtue was regularity in daily life. 7. Shriji Maharaj said, ‘‘Meet our great celibate.’’ 8. The prostitute said, ‘‘I want to cook, please open the door.’’ 9. Sura Khachar drew his sword and rushed out. 10. Sura Khachar was unable to understand the learned language of the scriptures. Q.7 Complete any TWO of the following. [4] 1. Jayasi kamalapati ...... garudgami. 2. Swaminarayan namane ...... tatkal jashe. 3. Man maru mohyu ...... harya re lol. Q.8 Complete any TWO of the following. [4] 1. Galidanam ...... cha taihi. 2. Snehaaturastvatha ...... sharanam prapadye. 3. Provide the missing names from the Janmangal Namavali: Nirmatsaray namaha ...... Brahmadhamadarshakay namaha. 2 SECTION-2: Q.9 For any TWO of the following, state who is speaking to whom and when the words were spoken. [6] 1. “We have renounced women and wealth and therefore, our mahantship has been sustained.” 2. “It is an unfair allegation.” 3. “If it is your wish I shall eat them.” Q.10 Give reasons for any TWO of the following. (10 lines each.) [6] 1. Sakarba saw a thin white line on the lips of the murti. 2. Shriji Maharaj found it hard to embrace Shantanand Swami even once. 3. The company of Mavabhai and Musabhai started. Q.11 Write concisely on any TWO of the following. (12 lines each.) [8] 1. Eternal servant 2. Detachment 3. “I dwell in you eternally.” Q.12 Answer ALL of the following, using only one sentence for each. [5] 1. When did Shriji Maharaj initiate Mulji Bhakta into the sadhufold? (Please write day & samvat year). 2. What resolve did Gunatitanand Swami ask all to make regarding Uga Khuman? 3. What did recommend to Shriji Maharaj regarding the mahantship of the Junagadh Mandir? 4. What did the Nagar devotee see Gunatitanand Swami eating that made him loose his attachment to tasty foods? 5. In what did Gunatitanand Swami eat, despite Acharya Maharaj’s urge for him to eat in a silver plate? Q.13 Write short notes on any ONE of the following and bring out the moral. (12 lines each.) [4] 1. Worldly thorns 2. Craving for the vision 3. Humility Q.14 Write the correct answers from the given options. [6] Note: There may be more than one correct option. Marks will be awarded only for all correct options. 1. Which places did Gunatitanand Swami visit during his last hours? A. The palace of Abhaysinh Bapu of Ganod. B. The palace of Abhaysinh Bapu of Lodhika. C. Navlakha Palace D. Madhavji Dave’s home 2. Blessed devotees of Gunatitanand Swami. A. Jetha Khachar of Sarangpur B. Vashram Suthar of Bhadra C. Nathu Patel of Kariyani D. Shivlal Sheth of Botad 3. Places where Shriji Maharaj explained the glory of Gunatitanand Swami. A. Surat B. Sarangpur C. Amdavad D. Panchala

SECTION-3 Q.15 On the basis of the 3rd year (Satsang Parichay) examination books, write notes on any THREE of the following. (20 lines each.) [21] 1. a. Naja Jogiya [OR] b. Lakshmichand Sheth 2. a. Key to saintliness [OR] b. Devotees in trouble 3. a. Insult at Anand [OR] b. Succour to the poor

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