Significance of Ajnatavindriya
Ajnatavindriya, in Mahayana Buddhism, refers to the special faculty possessed by those who have fully grasped the ultimate truths, including saints and enlightened beings. It also signifies the 'faculty of that which has been understood,' attained by the bodhisattva after reaching perfect enlightenment. This concept emphasizes the deep understanding and realization achieved through spiritual development within the Mahayana tradition.
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Buddhist concept of 'Ajnatavindriya'
Ajnatavindriya in Buddhism denotes the 'faculty of understanding' acquired by bodhisattvas post-enlightenment and reflects the comprehension possessed by enlightened individuals and saints regarding profound truths.
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) The 'faculty of that which has been understood' that is achieved by the bodhisattva after attaining perfect enlightenment.[1] (2) The faculty belonging to individuals who have fully understood the truths, including saints and fully enlightened beings.[2]
From: Abhidharmakośa
(1) An indriya characterized by ignorance or the lack of recognition.[3]