Significance of Cast out
The concept of "Cast out" encompasses various interpretations in different contexts. In Dharmashastra, it refers to removing a magical substance using specific formulas. In Theravada Buddhism, it describes actions taken by Chabbaggiya Bhikkhus against their fellow monks, which received disapproval from the Blessed One. Additionally, it illustrates the rejection experienced by a courtesan toward a merchant's son, symbolizing the repercussions of unmet expectations in a transactional relationship.
Synonyms: Exile, Banish, Remove
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Buddhist concept of 'Cast out'
In Buddhism, "Cast out" signifies the Chabbaggiya Bhikkhus' exclusion of the Sattarasa-vaggiya Bhikkhus, which the Blessed One disapproved, and a courtesan's rejection of a merchant’s son, illustrating the repercussions of unmet expectations in relationships.
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) An action performed by the courtesan against the merchant’s son, representing rejection and the consequences of failing to meet expectations in their transactional relationship.[1]
From: Vinaya (3): The Cullavagga
(1) The action taken by the Chabbaggiya Bhikkhus against the Sattarasa-vaggiya Bhikkhus, which was met with disapproval from the Blessed One.[2]
From: Milindapanha (questions of King Milinda)
(1) To be expelled from the Order due to the commission of a major offence such as a deliberate lie.[3]
Hindu concept of 'Cast out'
In Hinduism, "Cast out" signifies the process of extracting a magical substance from designated points as specified by traditional formulas, embodying the dual themes of purification and the manipulation of subtle energies within rituals.
From: Bharadvaja-srauta-sutra
(1) The action of removing the magical substance from the holes indicated by the formulas used.[4]