Significance of Abhinna
In Dutch: Abhinna; In Finnish: Abhinna; In Spanish: Abhinna
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Buddhist concept of 'Abhinna'
Abhinna in Buddhism signifies higher knowledge or special abilities attained through advanced meditation, enabling insights beyond ordinary perception and spiritual progress, exemplified by Venerable Maha Moggallana's supernatural power to induce torrential rain.
From: Maha Buddhavamsa—The Great Chronicle of Buddhas
(1) Abhinnas refers to the six Higher Spiritual Powers that Ugghatitannu, Vipancitannu and Neyya Bodhisattas have the capacity to attain, in addition to analytical knowledge.[1] (2) This term refers to the six forms of higher knowledge or psychic abilities that certain disciples can develop as a result of arahatta-magga-nana, indicating advanced spiritual achievements.[2] (3) The direct knowledge or insight that accompanies the realization of jhanas, demonstrating a deeper understanding of experience.[3] (4) Supernormal knowledge or insight that the Bodhisatta developed, enabling him to accomplish profound understandings of existence.[4] (5) A set of advanced spiritual knowledge or abilities that are attained through meditative practice.[5]
From: A Manual of Abhidhamma
(1) The five kinds of supernormal knowledge are referred to as Abhinna and include various psychic powers, celestial ear, discerning other' thoughts, and more.[6] (2) Five special insights or powers obtained through advanced meditation practices, including psychic abilities and deep remembrance.[7] (3) Refers to heightened states of knowledge or higher perception attained in meditation.[8]
From: Dhammapada (Illustrated)
(1) This refers to the six higher powers, or supernormal knowledge, which consist of five mundane powers and one supermundane power, and is discussed in the provided text.[9] (2) Higher or special knowledge accessible to those who practice advanced meditation techniques.[10]
From: Introducing Buddhist Abhidhamma
(1) The five super-intellections or special abilities achieved by enlightenment.[11]
From: Abhidhamma in Daily Life
(1) Direct knowledge or supernormal powers that can be cultivated through advanced meditation and concentration.[12]
From: The Doctrine of Paticcasamuppada
(1) Those who are misled into believing Rupaloka or Arupaloka is Nibbana, strenuously practice Jhana and this.[13]
Hindu concept of 'Abhinna'
Abhinna in Hinduism signifies non-difference or inseparability, illustrating the concept that all forms of Hari are unified and identical, emphasizing the oneness of divine manifestations.
From: Bhajana-Rahasya
(1) A term meaning non-different or inseparable; it establishes that all forms of Hari are one and the same.[14]