Significance of Distance
Synonyms: Length, Space, Span, Gap, Interval, Range, Extent, Separation, Remoteness
In Malay: Jarak; In French: Distance; In Dutch: Afstand; In Finnish: Etäisyys; In Spanish: Distancia; In German: Distanz; In Swedish: Avstånd; In Portugese: Distância; In Italian: Distanza; In Polish: Dystans
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Buddhist concept of 'Distance'
In Buddhism, Distance relates to perspective. It is exemplified by observing a half-burnt piece of wood and understanding that the perception of the wood depends on the position of the observer.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) The perspective from which the half-burnt wood-piece is observed.[1]
From: Vinaya Pitaka (3): Khandhaka
(1) Where natural features like rivers or lakes exist, the extent a man can throw water all around is the boundary for the same communion and Observance.[2]
Hindu concept of 'Distance'
In Hinduism, "Distance" signifies physical separation between devotees or from the Lord, influencing perception and cognition. It symbolizes the hope for divine presence and is recognized as a quality describing spatial relations.
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) The spatial separation from which the Yavanas offered their respectful gestures.[3] (2) The distance is the separation from which Shri Advaita saw the Lord of His life and commenced offering repeated obeisances, initiating a display of reverence.[4] (3) This is where the Lord is coming from, and the devotees, upon seeing Him, would run away in order to avoid meeting him and being challenged.[5] (4) The distance indicates the spatial separation between the devotees and the Lord, from where they could still hear his emotionally charged expression of crying.[6] (5) It indicates that Nityananda and Haridasa are observing the interaction from afar, remaining uninvolved.[7]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) The space or extent one attempts to perceive, symbolizing the hope for a divine presence.[8]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) Distance influences the perception of an object's color, causing it to appear undifferentiated compared to a closer view where specific color details are visible.[9] (2) The physical space between the observer and the object, which can alter the perception of the object.[10] (3) The spatial separation between the observer and the object, which can impact cognition and recognition.[11]
From: Padarthadharmasamgraha and Nyayakandali
(1) Distance, as a quality, arises when judging from the point occupied by the seer, the thing wherein distance would have its substratum, then the notion that it is further removed from him is produced.[12] (2) A quality that describes the space between objects, recognized as one of the seventeen qualities.[13]
From: Chandogya Upanishad (english Translation)
(1) The extent to which the paths overlap before they eventually separate, according to the commentary.[14]
From: Brihat Samhita
(1) An ox possessing specific favourable characteristics will go great distances, indicating endurance and capability.[15]
Jain concept of 'Distance'
In Jainism, "Distance" relates to karma's movement, suffering, and various realms, including those of infernal beings. It's a concept where a great sage focused his attention.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) This is where the great sage fixed his gaze.[16]
From: Bhagavati-sutra (Viyaha-pannatti)
(1) This is one of the concepts included in the text, and it is referenced in the context of Rajagriha, Movement (of karma), Suffering, Karma deluding faith, Nature, Worlds, Distance, Infernal beings, Fools, Weight, Movement again.[17]
The concept of Distance in local and regional sources
Distance in this text refers to the spatial separation between two points, aligning with the concept of Antara. It also describes the separation of celestial bodies from the world's center.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) Distance is one of the elements Religious Fanaticism leads to, suggesting it creates separation and alienation between people and communities.[18] (2) Separations or intervals, both physical and emotional, which become apparent during periods of heightened awareness and introspection, often intertwined with love and uncertainty.[19] (3) The amount of space between two things or people, particularly in the context of a climbing distance to reach a moon, symbolizing a challenging pursuit.[20]
From: Bhaktavijaya: Stories of Indian Saints
(1) A vantage point from which events were observed, providing perspective on the actions and their significance.[21]
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) It is referred to as buʿd, and it is if the declination of its degree should be the total declination.[22] (2) The distances of the two luminaries from the center of the world are discussed.[23]
From: Folklore of the Santal Parganas
(1) The boy demonstrated his great power by throwing both the elephant and the mahajan's shop a considerable length.[24]
From: Sanskrit Words In Southeast Asian Languages
(1) Distance is a concept related to Antara, and it represents the space between two points, as the text indicates in its description.[25]
The concept of Distance in scientific sources
Distance in healthcare relates to travel for access, impacting costs. It also describes the space between two points influencing access and a specific measurement used for diagnosis.
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) Distance is a factor considered in calibration, with towers located closer to commercial areas (within a 6 km scope) benefiting more from using high-volume trip data.[26] (2) Distance is a perceived characteristic of walking routes that students rated, with those walking without phones giving it higher importance.[27] (3) Distances, denoted as L + i and L − i, are calculated to measure the proximity of each real option to the best and worst case scenarios, respectively.[28]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) Distance to healthcare facilities can be a barrier to access, particularly in remote areas, and while some patients prioritize convenience, others may value quality of care over proximity.[29] (2) Distance and difficulty in navigating health services are barriers that migrant women face when trying to access reproductive health care.[30] (3) Refers to the time people perceive an event based on the present, such as the near future or the long-term future.[31]
From: Journal of Public Health in Africa
(1) Distance serves as a significant factor determining immunisation rates, although the perception of how far or near something is, which is relative and subjective, ultimately influences the maternal decision-making process regarding child immunisation.[32]
From: African Journal of Primary Health Care and Family Medicine
(1) The text highlights distance as a factor influencing school attendance, noting that the distance between certain areas and schools can deter parents from enrolling their under-fives.[33]
From: South African Journal of HIV Medicine
(1) This word refers to the amount of space between two points, which can influence access to healthcare.[34]
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This refers to the measurement between the abdominal aorta and the superior mesenteric artery, which is used for diagnosis.[35] (2) This refers to the distance a household must travel to access healthcare, which can influence health expenditure and the likelihood of catastrophic health costs.[36]
Classical concept of 'Distance'
From: Aesop's Fables (English translation)
(1) A strategic advantage possessed by the bowman, enabling him to strike effectively without being in close proximity to opponent.[37] (2) The distance obscures the true nature of the object, allowing the travelers to initially believe that they are seeing a large ship, which highlights how perspective can influence perception.[38] (3) The earthenware pot emphasizes the importance of "distance", hoping to avoid contact with the brass pot and prevent any damage that might occur from being too close.[39]