Significance of All this
Synonyms: Everything, All things, All that
In Dutch: Dit alles; In Finnish: Kaikki tämä; In Spanish: Todo esto; In German: Das alles
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Buddhist concept of 'All this'
The keyphrase "All this" in Buddhism captures the interconnectedness of cognition, light, pleasure, and pain, reflecting a holistic view of concepts discussed throughout the argument, emphasizing their collective significance in understanding existence.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) A phrase that encompasses the previous arguments regarding the relationship between cognition, light, pleasure, and pain.[1] (2) A phrase referring to the collection of ideas or concepts discussed in the context of the argument.[2]
From: Dhammapada (Illustrated)
(1) This refers to something, as mentioned in the text.[3]
Hindu concept of 'All this'
In Hinduism, "All this" signifies the entirety of existence, representing all actions, knowledge, and entities as manifestations of Brahman and Om. It highlights the interconnectedness of everything and the deeper truth of the universe and consciousness.
From: Chandogya Upanishad (english Translation)
(1) Refers to everything that exists, which is considered to be Brahman, encompassing all aspects of existence.[4] (2) Refers to the totality of existence that is perceived and understood through the lens of Virat, emphasizing the interconnectedness of the elements and consciousness.[5] (3) The phrase 'all this' emphasizes the all-encompassing nature of Omkara, reiterating that every aspect of existence is a manifestation of Omkara.[6] (4) A reference to the entirety of existence that the speaker wishes to embody.[7]
From: Brahma Sutras (Shankaracharya)
(1) "All this" is a phrase used in passages about Brahman, such as "Gayatri indeed is all this," indicating that Brahman is connected with the world and is the cause of everything.[8] (2) This phrase is used to refer to the aggregate of individual existences, and it is led by knowledge, and it rests on knowledge, and it is connected to the highest Self.[9] (3) This refers to everything that is known when the Self is known, according to a promise made in the passages.[10] (4) All this, meaning the entire world, becomes known when Brahman, the Self of all, is understood, not when only the individual soul is comprehended.[11]
From: Brahma Sutras (Ramanuja)
(1) All this is Brahman, and meditation on this world as beginning, ending, and breathing in Brahman is enjoined, establishing Brahman as the Self of all existence.[12] (2) A phrase that refers to Brahman as the Self of all, and supplies the reason that Brahman springs from, is merged in, and depends on Brahman for its life.[13] (3) This refers to the entirety of existence, where some texts declare that Brahman is all this and the Self is all this, which is one aspect of the concept of twofold designation.[14]
From: Kena upanishad (Madhva commentary)
(1) A phrase indicating the totality of all items or entities being referred to.[15] (2) A term implying inclusivity, referring to everything that is present or relevant on earth.[16]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) It came into existence from a single source, will be dissolved into that same source at the end, and is currently supported by that source.[17] (2) This phrase concludes that everything in existence is fundamentally represented or encapsulated by the syllable Om.[18]
From: Ishavasya Upanishad with Shankara Bhashya (Sitarama)
(1) Refers to everything that exists, movable and immovable, in the universe, which should be understood as being covered by the Lord.[19]
From: Kaivalya Upanishad
(1) A representation of the entirety of existence, encompassing all things.[20]
From: Mundaka Upanishad with Shankara’s Commentary
(1) Refers to everything that can be known or understood in the broader context of knowledge.[21]
From: Vivekachudamani
(1) Refers to everything within the universe as a unified entity that reflects a deeper truth.[22]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Gaudapa Karika and Shankara Bhashya)
(1) This phrase refers to everything, the entire universe, which is said to be Brahman, the ultimate reality.[23]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) The entirety of the matter, the topic that the divine entity chose to elaborate upon and teach to the devotees.[24] (2) Refers to the subjects or actions preceding the statement, indicating a breadth of knowledge or experiences.[25] (3) A phrase indicating the entirety of actions or events that are being referred to in the context.[26]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) Refers to the business and actions discussed previously pertaining to what should be done in normal and abnormal times.[27]
The concept of All this in local and regional sources
The keyphrase "All this" pertains to the comprehensive understanding gained through self-awareness and realization, encompassing insights that emerge once the Self is truly perceived and acknowledged.
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) This phrase refers to everything that becomes known when the Self has been heard, seen, and realized.[28]