Significance of Characteristic
Synonyms: Trait, Quality, Property, Sign, Mark, Peculiarities, Peculiarity, Element, Distinction
In Dutch: Karakteristiek; In Finnish: Ominaista; In Spanish: Característica
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Buddhist concept of 'Characteristic'
In Buddhism, "Characteristic" signifies a defining attribute of a phenomenon that sets it apart from others, playing a crucial role in understanding the nature and essence of existence within Buddhist teachings.
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) A defining attribute or quality of a phenomenon that distinguishes it from others.[1] (2) The attributes or features that the mind may grasp at, potentially leading to misunderstanding the true nature of reality.[2] (3) Attributes or qualities that distinguish various things, categorized into general characteristics and specific characteristics in the context of artha-pratisamvid.[3]
From: Maha Buddhavamsa—The Great Chronicle of Buddhas
(1) A feature that describes the properties of dhammas, which includes ordinary features common to all and special features unique to certain dhammas.[4]
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) The specific traits or qualities that differentiate one entity from another, which, in the context of substance and successive factors, are argued to be non-different.[5]
Hindu concept of 'Characteristic'
In Hinduism, "Characteristic" pertains to distinct traits or features that enable observance of an individual embodying Baladeva's specific mood, highlighting the deep connection between personal attributes and spiritual experiences.
From: Sahitya-kaumudi by Baladeva Vidyabhushana
(1) A distinguishing feature or quality of a rhetorical function.[6] (2) The distinguishing traits associated with an object that are understood in a specific context.[7]
From: Kavyamimamsa of Rajasekhara (Study)
(1) Traits or features of the drama that can be analyzed despite its incompleteness.[8]
From: Yoga-sutras (with Vyasa and Vachaspati Mishra)
(1) The properties or traits that define the non-resistance offered by the elements.[9]
From: Yoga-sutras (Ancient and Modern Interpretations)
(1) Distinctive traits or features that define certain aspects.[10]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) Traits or features that allowed the observer to recognize the individual as being absorbed in a specific mood associated with Baladeva.[11]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) The qualities or features used to identify or describe someone or something.[12]
From: Apastamba Grihya-sutra
(1) The specific qualities or features contained within verses and mantras that guide rituals and actions during ceremonies.[13]