Significance of Context
Synonyms: Circumstance, Background, Environment, State, Condition, Milieu
In Dutch: Context; In Finnish: Konteksti
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Buddhist concept of 'Context'
In Buddhism, Context encompasses the circumstances influencing understanding, particularly of Vedic cognitions, while shaping the meaning of words and aiding the interpretation of desires in conversations. It highlights the importance of surroundings in comprehension.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) The surrounding circumstances or background information that aids in the interpretation of the meaning of words and desires in conversation.[1] (2) The surrounding circumstances or background within which details may be learned, particularly in relation to understanding Vedic cognitions.[2] (3) The situation or setting in which words are used, which plays a crucial role in understanding the intent behind the verbal statements.[3]
Hindu concept of 'Context'
In Hinduism, "Context" encompasses the circumstances influencing the interpretation of events, identity, language, and ceremonial practices, shaping understanding of the relationship between the Self, Supreme Self, and Hiranyagarbha.
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) The situation or conditions surrounding the use of the word dvaram that determine its specific interpretation.[4] (2) The surrounding information and circumstances that aid in the interpretation and understanding of language elements.[5] (3) The situational framework (prakarana) that allows for understanding how a substitute can be permitted by considering related actions.[6] (4) The surrounding information or circumstances within which the analysis of the compound and its components takes place.[7]
From: Vakyapadiya (study of the concept of Sentence)
(1) The circumstances surrounding the use of a word that help determine its intended meaning.[8]
From: Brahma Sutras (Shankara Bhashya)
(1) The situational framework that influences the interpretation of the relationship between the Supreme Self and the released soul.[9] (2) The surrounding circumstances or statements in the text that help to clarify the meaning regarding the identity of the Self in relation to the Supreme Self and Hiranyagarbha.[10]
From: Sahitya-kaumudi by Baladeva Vidyabhushana
(1) The surrounding factors in which a word is located that influence its interpretation and meaning.[11] (2) The circumstances surrounding a statement, which can influence its meaning and how it is perceived.[12]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The surrounding circumstances and textual references that inform how ceremonial practices are understood and executed.[13]
From: Hanuman Nataka (critical study)
(1) The circumstances or setting in which the events and descriptions of the Hanumannataka take place, influencing their meaning and interpretation.[14]