Significance of Creation process
The creation process in various Hindu philosophies illustrates diverse perspectives on how existence comes into being. In Hinduism, it describes Prajapati's iterative efforts to create forms of existence. Tibetan Buddhism views it as a sequence of events influenced by various causes. Vaishnavism details it as a cosmic unfolding initiated by divine actions, particularly those of Lord Kannan. Purana narratives outline the universe's origin and elements' gradual emergence. Vedanta and Dharmashastra each provide frameworks for understanding this mechanism, emphasizing divine oversight and actions in the creation process.
Synonyms: Production process, Manufacturing process
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Buddhist concept of 'Creation process'
In Buddhism, the Creation process signifies the sequence of events and conditions that result in existence, shaped by multiple influences, including divine oversight, illustrating the interconnected nature of all phenomena.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) The sequence of events or conditions that lead to the emergence of existence, influenced by various causes including divine oversight.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Creation process'
The Creation process in Hinduism encompasses the origination of worlds and beings, initiated by divine actions and iterative mechanisms, as articulated by figures like Manu, Bhrigu, and Prajapati, reflecting a systematic unfolding of existence.
From: Matsya Purana (critical study)
(1) The systematic unfolding of the universe as derived from Prakriti according to the Matsyapurana.[2] (2) The gradual unfolding of the elements and beings as per various accounts of cosmology.[3]
From: Devi Bhagavata Purana
(1) The series of events initiated by Brahma and other deities to manifest the universe from the cosmic entity.[4]
From: Shiva Purana
(1) The narrative within the Purana that describes the origin of the universe and its beings.[5]
From: Bhagavata Purana
(1) The manner in which the divine manifests the universe and the beings within it, enabling them to fulfill their purposes.[6]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) The unfolding of the universe as described in the text, initiated by the actions and offerings made during the mental sacrifice.[7]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) The process initiated by the amsha incarnations that starts with Brahma.[8]
From: Tiruvaymoli (Thiruvaimozhi): English translation
(1) The act of bringing forth beings and worlds by Lord Kannan after sampling the essence of the previous creation.[9]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The series of actions that involve the origination of the world and the creation of beings, as explained by Manu and elaborated upon by his pupil Bhrigu.[10] (2) Refers to the described mechanism through which the universe and its components come into being, as discussed in the text.[11]
From: Prasthanatrayi Swaminarayan Bhashyam (Study)
(1) The overall mechanism through which the universe and all beings come into existence, governed by the principles outlined in the text.[12]
From: Brahma Sutras (Ramanuja)
(1) The act of transitioning from the Undeveloped state to the development of the world characterized by form and name.[13]
From: Satapatha-brahmana
(1) Describes Prajapati's systematic efforts to create and re-create forms of existence through various arrangements and bodies, emphasizing the nature of creation as iterative.[14]