Significance of Appearance and disappearance
Appearance and disappearance, as described in various philosophical traditions, symbolizes the transient nature of existence. In Tibetan Buddhism, it emphasizes the variability of cognition and the impermanence of entities, highlighting a fluid reality. Vaishnavism views it as the Lord's manifestation and withdrawal in the material world, reflecting His transcendental essence. Purana and Vyakarana focus on the cyclical rise and fall of existence, while Vedanta connects it to the illusory perception of the self. Overall, these concepts illustrate a dynamic interplay between existence and non-existence across different philosophical contexts.
Synonyms: Emergence, Presence, Absence, Nonexistence
In Dutch: Verschijning en verdwijning; In Finnish: Ulkonäkö ja katoaminen
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Buddhist concept of 'Appearance and disappearance'
In Buddhism, Appearance and disappearance emphasize the transient nature of entities, highlighting the impermanence of existence, cognition, and the distinction between perceived changes and inherent qualities, contrasting temporary phenomena with the concept of non-eternality.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) The process by which all things come into existence and are then destroyed; indicates that convention cannot rely on things that are momentary.[1] (2) The quality of being visible or perceptible at one moment and then not visible at another.[2] (3) The phenomena associated with properties of entities, which are argued to not signify true modifications of the entities themselves.[3] (4) The variability of cognition that is acknowledged to change throughout the thought process.[4] (5) A concept introduced as an alternative interpretation of non-eternality, contrasting with the idea of absolute destruction and suggesting a fluid nature of existence.[5]
Hindu concept of 'Appearance and disappearance'
The concepts of appearance and disappearance in Hinduism encompass the duality of presence and absence in Brahma, the cyclical nature of existence, and the transient quality of forms, highlighting the eternal nature of the divine beyond fleeting perceptions.
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) The terms refer to the concepts described by the Vedas regarding the coming into being and the vanishing of certain pastimes, indicating a dynamic yet timeless nature.[6] (2) Refer to the concepts of 'आविर्भाव' (avirbhava) and 'तिरोभाव' (tirobhaava), which are mentioned in the Vedas as the Lord's manifestations and withdrawals, indicating the temporary nature of His presence.[7] (3) Concepts described in the Vedas regarding the manifestations of Lord Caitanya, which are depicted as eternal rather than finite.[8] (4) Refers to the manifestation of the Lord's pastimes in this world, indicating that while the Lord may appear and disappear, these events are part of His eternal nature.[9] (5) The concepts of the Lord’s manifestation in the world and the subsequent absence, as described in the Vedas.[10]
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) The transient nature of existence, where beings emerge and vanish based on their actions in the world.[11] (2) The processes that relate to clarity and obscurity as analogous to the breathing of the intellect.[12] (3) The cyclical phenomena of worlds that rise and fall in the vast infinity of the universe.[13] (4) The cyclical nature of existence, reflecting the transient nature of material forms.[14] (5) The cyclical nature of creation and its transient qualities, likened to the movement of ocean waves.[15]
From: Markandeya Purana
(1) The cycle of birth and death that living beings undergo, which Jaimini is inquiring about.[16]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Gaudapa Karika and Shankara Bhashya)
(1) A phenomenon observed in empirical experience, attributed to ignorance of the true nature of the Self; contrasts with the constant knowledge of a Jnani.[17] (2) Appearance and disappearance refer to the transient nature of perceived reality, where what is seen is often not true reality.[18]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) The fluctuation of states or modes within the mind, ascribed to the Witness-self.[19]
From: Kena Upanishad with Shankara’s Commentary
(1) Describes the transient nature of Brahman, akin to moments of perception that are quick and fleeting.[20]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) The processes through which objects come into existence and cease to exist, as influenced by the powers of Time.[21] (2) Refers to the transient and illusory nature of forms, suggesting they do not affect the eternal Reality.[22]