Significance of Attribution
Attribution, as defined by Vyakarana, involves assigning or recognizing specific qualities or features to someone or something. This recognition can stem from their appearance or from misconceptions. It highlights how perceptions can lead to conclusions about attributes, which may not always be accurate. This concept plays an important role in understanding how attributes are ascribed within various contexts.
Synonyms: Credit, Acknowledgment, Reference
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Hindu concept of 'Attribution'
In Hinduism, Attribution entails recognizing or assigning characteristics to an individual or object, influenced by perceptions or misunderstandings. This concept underscores the importance of perception in defining identity and existence.
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) The assignment or recognition of a particular quality or feature to someone or something based on appearance or mistake.[1]