Numinous Experiences Quiz

Who is known for his book 'The Idea of Holy'?

• Moses

• Isaiah

• John Macquarrie

• Rudolph Otto

What does 'numinous' mean?

• Moral holiness

• Rationality

• Religious experience

• Power of deity or spirit

According to Otto, how are numinous feelings described?

• Rational and explainable

• Unique and non-rational

• Moral and ethical

• Relatable and comprehensible

What is the meaning of 'Mysterium Tremendum et Fascinans'?

• An overwhelming rush of energy

• A sense of dread and terror

• A feeling of awe and majesty

• A tremendous and fascinating mystery

What is the typical response to the numinous power/spirit/deity?

• Indifference and apathy

• Overconfidence and self-importance

• Feelings of humility and creatureliness

• Arrogance and pride

What is the result of a vision in religious experiences?

• Apathy and disinterest

• Life-changing conversion

• Unchanged attitude towards religion

• Increased skepticism

What did St. Paul hear on the road to Damascus?

• The burning bush

• The prophet Isaiah

• Christ

• The voice of Moses

What happens to someone when they go through a conversion?

• They want to make positive changes

• They want to make negative changes

• They realize they have no sin

• They become indifferent towards religion

What is the meaning of 'sui generis'?

• Of their own kind

• Of rational nature

• Of no importance

• Of divine origin

What is the most important feature of Gods nature according to Otto?

• Moral holiness

• Mystery

• Transcendence

• Rationality