Significance of Buddhahood
Synonyms: Enlightenment, Awakening, Nirvana, Spiritual liberation, Realization, Transcendent state, Buddhahood attainment, Satori, Liberation
In Dutch: Boeddhaschap; In Finnish: Buddhalaisuus; In Spanish: Budeidad
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Buddhist concept of 'Buddhahood'
Buddhahood in Buddhism signifies the ultimate state of enlightenment and awakening, characterized by profound wisdom, compassion, and liberation from suffering. It represents the culmination of spiritual practice, leading individuals towards their inherent enlightened nature.
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) The ultimate goal of the Buddhist path that is achieved through the cultivation of superior morality.[1] (2) The ultimate state of enlightenment and spiritual realization, which Sagaranagarajaduhita was close to achieving.[2] (3) The ultimate state of enlightenment that a bodhisattva aims to achieve.[3] (4) The ultimate state of enlightenment achieved by the Buddhas, representing the completion of the bodhisattva's aspiration and practices.[4] (5) The ultimate state of enlightenment and omniscience, which the bodhisattva strives to achieve for the benefit of all beings.[5]
From: Shurangama Sutra (with commentary) (English)
(1) The ultimate goal in Buddhism, representing enlightenment and the state of being a Buddha, which is achievable even for the worst individuals or beings despite their past actions.[6] (2) The ultimate state of enlightenment and awakening that one aims to achieve through following the Buddha-Way.[7] (3) The realization of one's true nature and the state of total understanding and liberation from ignorance, achieved through the removal of false perceptions.[8] (4) The ultimate goal of enlightenment and awakening in Buddhism, representing the state of being fully enlightened.[9] (5) The ultimate state of enlightenment that one can achieve, where one becomes a Buddha, transcending birth, death, and suffering.[10]
From: Bodhisattvacharyavatara
(1) The state of enlightenment and the ultimate goal of Buddhist practice.[11] (2) Buddhahood represents the ultimate state of enlightenment where one fully realizes the nature of reality and achieves liberation from suffering.[12] (3) The state of complete enlightenment characterized by boundless qualities and devoid of all defects, the ultimate goal for each sentient being.[13] (4) The ultimate state of awakening and realization of truth in Buddhism that can only be attained through the cultivation of bodhicitta.[14] (5) The ultimate state of enlightenment and liberation from suffering, which all beings aspire to achieve through spiritual practice and service.[15]
From: Karandavyuha Sutra
(1) The state of complete and perfect enlightenment in Buddhism, which the bodhisattva aspires to achieve.[16] (2) The ultimate state of enlightenment in Buddhism, characterized by the attainment of wisdom, compassion, and liberation from the cycle of rebirth.[17] (3) The ultimate spiritual goal in Buddhism, signifying a state of enlightenment and the realization of the bodhisattva ideal.[18]
From: Lotus Sutra
(1) The state of complete enlightenment and awakening that one aspires to achieve in Buddhism.[19] (2) The state of enlightenment attained by the Buddha, characterized by ultimate wisdom and liberation from suffering.[20] (3) The ultimate state of enlightenment attained by the buddhas, marked by the complete understanding of all dharmas.[21]
From: The 6th Patriarch Platform Sutra
(1) The state of enlightenment reached by a Buddha, characterized by complete wisdom and compassion.[22] (2) The ultimate goal in Buddhism, achieving complete enlightenment and liberation from the cycles of birth and death.[23] (3) The ultimate goal of spiritual training, represented as the realization of one's true nature.[24]
From: Lankavatara Sutra
(1) The state of enlightenment attained by fully understanding the nature of reality and overcoming all suffering.[25] (2) The state of enlightenment attained by a Buddha, characterized by profound wisdom, compassion, and the realization of the nature of phenomena.[26] (3) The ultimate state of enlightenment achieved by a Bodhisattva, characterized by profound wisdom and compassion.[27]
From: The gods of northern Buddhism
(1) The state of enlightenment attained by Gautama Buddha, signifying the culmination of his spiritual journey.[28] (2) The state of achieving enlightenment and the ultimate spiritual goal in Buddhism, realized by fully understanding the nature of reality.[29]
From: Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva fundamental vow sutra
(1) The ultimate spiritual attainment in Buddhism, where an individual reaches enlightenment and is liberated from the cycle of suffering.[30] (2) The state of being an enlightened one, having achieved complete awakening and the ability to help others attain the same realization.[31]
From: Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva Purvapranidhana Sutra
(1) The state of being a Buddha, characterized by full enlightenment, compassion, wisdom, and the ability to guide others to liberation.[32] (2) A state of enlightenment and ultimate realization in Buddhism, achieved through personal cultivation and virtuous actions.[33]
From: Vimalakirti Sutra
(1) The state of becoming or being a buddha; the goal of the bodhisattva path.[34]
From: Mahayana Mahaparinirvana Sutra
(1) The state of having attained full Enlightenment, becoming a Buddha, marked by wisdom and an unwavering resolve to help all beings.[35]
From: Vimalakirti Nirdesa Sutra
(1) The attainment of full enlightenment and the realization of one's true nature.[36]
From: Avatamsaka Sutra (flower adornment sutra)—Preface
(1) The state of awakening and enlightenment that all living beings can aspire to, transcending false thinking and attachments.[37]
From: The Perfection Of Wisdom In Eight Thousand Lines
(1) The ultimate state of enlightenment and freedom from all attachments and illusions.[38]
From: Lotus Sutra (Saddharma-Pundarika)
(1) The state of being a Buddha, characterized by perfect wisdom and compassion.[39]
From: Maha Buddhavamsa—The Great Chronicle of Buddhas
(1) The ultimate state of spiritual realization, marked by the attainment of enlightenment and cessation of suffering.[40] (2) The ultimate goal of the Bodhisatta, achieved through the fulfillment of all requisites that prepare one for enlightenment.[41] (3) The ultimate state of enlightenment characterized by the attainment of Omniscience.[42] (4) The attainment of full enlightenment and the status of a Buddha.[43] (5) The state of enlightenment that one attains as a Buddha, marked by perfect knowledge and wisdom.[44]
From: Milindapanha (questions of King Milinda)
(1) The enlightened state achieved by the Bodisat, reflecting complete freedom from the cycle of re-existence.[45] (2) The state of having attained enlightenment and full understanding of reality, marking the ultimate goal in Buddhism.[46] (3) The state of ultimate enlightenment and awakening, achieved by following the right spiritual path.[47] (4) The state of enlightenment attained by the Buddha, marked by a profound understanding of existence and the cessation of suffering.[48]
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) The ultimate spiritual attainment in Buddhism, representing enlightenment and the end of suffering.[49] (2) The state of enlightenment that Siddhattha aimed to attain, believed by his father to prevent his son's death.[50]
From: Dhammapada (Illustrated)
(1) The ultimate state of enlightenment and awakening that all individuals are potentially able to achieve, according to Buddhist teachings.[51] (2) The state of attaining complete enlightenment and wisdom, becoming a Buddha.[52]
From: Guide to Tipitaka
(1) The ultimate spiritual goal achieved by an Enlightened One, representing complete enlightenment.[53] (2) The state of enlightenment and perfect understanding achieved by a Buddha, which the Bodhisatta aims for through self-development and moral principles.[54]
From: A Discourse on Paticcasamuppada
(1) The state of awakening characterized by exhaustive knowledge of all dhammas, both conditioned and unconditioned.[55] (2) The ultimate spiritual goal of enlightenment and liberation from the cycle of rebirth in Buddhist tradition.[56]
From: The Catu-Bhanavara-Pali (critical study)
(1) The state of enlightenment and freedom from suffering that one aims to achieve through practices such as Metta meditation.[57]
From: Patthanuddesa Dipani
(1) The ultimate spiritual accomplishment attained through persistent effort and the culmination of moral actions.[58]
From: Abhidhamma in Daily Life (by Ashin Janakabhivamsa)
(1) The state of enlightenment one may achieve through consistent cultivation of panná carita (wisdom).[59]
From: Guhyagarbha Tantra (with Commentary)
(1) The state of enlightenment that all sentient beings primordially have access to, according to the teachings of the Guhyagarbha-Tantra.[60] (2) Buddha-hood refers to the state of being a Buddha, which is not a future attainment but rather an inherent quality of the present mind.[61] (3) The state of enlightenment and realization achieved through dedicated spiritual practice as outlined in the teachings.[62] (4) The state of being a Buddha, characterized by purity and enlightenment, realized within the primordial mandala.[63] (5) The state of enlightenment or awakening that one aspires to achieve in Buddhist practice.[64]
From: Blue Annals (deb-ther sngon-po)
(1) The ultimate goal in Buddhism, referring to the state of enlightenment and liberation from cycle of rebirth.[65] (2) The ultimate goal of Buddhist practice, representing the state of enlightenment and liberation from the cycle of birth and death.[66] (3) The ultimate spiritual goal that Dharmasvamin nam mkha' dpal bzang po aspired to achieve through his practices.[67]
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) The state of being a Buddha, characterized by possessing perfect knowledge and understanding of the true nature of reality.[68]
From: The Great Chariot
(1) The ultimate state of enlightenment representing complete realization and liberation from suffering.[69] (2) The final state of enlightenment reached by individuals who follow the path of Buddhism.[70] (3) The ultimate state of enlightenment and liberation from suffering.[71] (4) The ultimate state of enlightenment that is intrinsic within the mind and can be realized through proper practice.[72] (5) sangs rgyas[73]
From: Apadana commentary (Atthakatha)
(1) The ultimate spiritual attainment visualized by the king after his renunciation.[74] (2) The state of enlightenment and perfect knowledge achieved by the Bodhisatta, culminating in his ultimate role as a teacher.[75] (3) The state of enlightenment achieved by the king, reflecting his spiritual growth and understanding after leaving his kingdom.[76] (4) The state of enlightenment that the king visualized after developing his spiritual insight.[77] (5) The ultimate spiritual state visualized by the king as he reflects on his life and the nature of existence while lying in the royal bed.[78]
The concept of Buddhahood in local and regional sources
Buddhahood signifies the enlightened state achieved through the union of clear light, representing the ultimate goal in Buddhism—liberation from samsara—embodying perfection, infinite wisdom, and profound compassion characteristic of a Buddha.
From: Tibet (Myth, Religion and History)
(1) The ultimate goal in Buddhism, representing the state of enlightenment and liberation from the cycle of birth and death.[79] (2) The enlightened state of being recognized in Buddhism that is activated through the union of objective and subjective clear light.[80]
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The state of being a Buddha, characterized by perfection and infinity, as well as great wisdom and great compassion.[81]