Significance of Almighty
The concept of the Almighty is multifaceted across various traditions. In Vastushastra, the Almighty influences human behavior, suggesting limited free will. Puranic texts depict the Almighty as a supreme being responsible for intellectual and sensory evolution and embodying the ultimate authority over reality and creation, specifically associated with Shiva. Vedanta highlights the Almighty's capability to create true reality rather than illusions. Similarly, Shaivism emphasizes the Almighty as the supreme power and ultimate reality represented by Shiva, reflecting a higher divine force in Indian history that shapes existence.
Synonyms: All-powerful, Supreme, Omnipotent, Divine, Ultimate, Invincible, Inexhaustible, Everlasting
In Dutch: Almachtig; In German: Allmächtig; In Finnish: Kaikkivaltias; In Spanish: Todopoderoso
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Hindu concept of 'Almighty'
In Hinduism, the term "Almighty" signifies a supreme being above limitations, responsible for the evolution of all beings, embodying ultimate power, influencing human actions, and representing the all-encompassing authority of God Shiva over creation and destruction.
From: Skanda Purana
(1) A reference to the supreme authority of God Shiva and his encompassing power over creation and destruction.[1]
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) The absolute power and ultimate authority that composes both reality and unreality, embodying all things.[2]
From: Bhagavata Purana
(1) The Almighty who is above limiting conditions and is responsible for the evolution of the intellect, senses, mind, and vital breaths of all beings.[3]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Madhva commentary)
(1) The attribute of the Lord that signifies His power to create the real object, as opposed to merely producing illusions.[4]
From: Vastu-shastra (Introduction to Indian architecture)
(1) A divine entity that influences human behavior, suggesting people do not act entirely freely.[5]
From: Shaiva Upanishads (A Critical Study)
(1) A term denoting the supreme power and ultimate reality represented by Shiva in traditional texts.[6]
The concept of Almighty in local and regional sources
The keyphrase "Almighty" signifies a supreme being or divine influence that shapes life and existence, emphasizing its role as a powerful entity governing the universe and human experience, as noted by regional sources.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The ultimate higher power or destiny that is seen as the true author of all actions.[7] (2) A reference to a higher power or divine force that influences life and existence.[8]