Significance of Artisan
Synonyms: Craftsman, Tradesman, Skilled worker, Specialist, Maker, Creator, Builder, Artificer, Smith, Technician
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Buddhist concept of 'Artisan'
In Buddhism, "Artisan" pertains to Cunda, a figure in Kusinagara who, through his vow, symbolizes a deep commitment to service, exemplifying devotion by making the final food offering to the Buddha as he approaches Nirvana.
From: Mahayana Mahaparinirvana Sutra
(1) This is a person called Cunda, who lives in Kusinagara and makes a vow to make the last offering of food to the speaker when he enters Nirvana.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Artisan'
In Hinduism, "Artisan" relates to skilled tradespeople known as "karu" or "shilpi," part of lower castes engaged in crafts, categorized among the eighteen Prakritis, responsible for product quality in their trades.
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) Artisans are mentioned as discharging their dues through work, similar to craftsmen, and the passage specifies they should not be made to pay any taxes.[2] (2) These individuals, along with mechanics and shudras who subsist by bodily labor, are required to work for the King for one day every month; they shall work on receiving fooding only.[3] (3) Skilled workers who may work for the king in lieu of taxes, illustrating a reciprocal relationship between the ruler and the people.[4] (4) These individuals are mentioned as being capable of immediate purification, with implications for their touchability.[5] (5) Artisans are craftsmen, like carpenters and blacksmiths, and they are treated like Shudras in the matter of taking evidence and administering ordeals, as clarified in the text.[6]
From: Gautama Dharmasutra
(1) A trader who is not this occupation is someone whose food may be eaten.[7]
From: Baudhayana Dharmasutra
(1) The text mentions that the hand of an artisan is always considered pure, according to the Veda, which highlights the perceived cleanliness associated with the work of an artisan.[8]
From: Harivamsha Purana
(1) Experts in building houses and masons who were sent around the country to aid in the construction of the city.[9]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Shastri)
(1) Artisans are instructed to construct three ditches for King Nriga to expiate the curse laid upon him by the brahmins, providing a comfortable habitation.[10]
From: Kautilya Arthashastra
(1) Wages for the works of other kinds of artisans shall be similarly determined, indicating consistency in pay standards.[11] (2) They, along with other handicraftsmen, may allow others of their profession to reside where they work.[12]
The concept of Artisan in scientific sources
Artisan, in this context, refers to workers, specifically husbands of study participants, engaged in unspecified casual labor at construction sites, reflecting available employment opportunities in the region.
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) Artisans aim to produce pieces that appeal to the public while reducing their reliance on the global supply chain, promoting a more sustainable consumer culture.[13] (2) Individuals that uphold the spirit, have noble professional ethics and a rigorous work attitude, constantly improve the level of service to add value to the project, and maintain the core interests of customers.[14] (3) Artisans are the skilled workers, including women spinners and weavers, in the cashmere industry who rely on their manual skills for sustenance, facing socio-economic challenges due to mechanization and lack of industry standards.[15] (4) The provided information indicates that the purchase of products from short supply chains supports local artisans and economies, fostering community growth and economic sustainability.[16]
From: African Journal of Primary Health Care and Family Medicine
(1) Artisans who did unspecified casual labour jobs at construction sites were the primary occupation of many of the participants’ husbands, reflecting the types of employment available.[17]
Classical concept of 'Artisan'
From: The Literature of the Ancient Egyptians
(1) Along with aliens, gentle and simple, men and women, these were kept alive.[18]