Significance of Distinctive feature
Synonyms: Characteristic, Trait, Attribute, Quality, Hallmark, Factor, Aspect, Element, Mark, Peculiarity
In Dutch: Onderscheidend kenmerk; In Finnish: Erottuva ominaisuus; In Spanish: Característica distintiva; In Portugese: Característica distintiva; In German: Besonderheit; In Swedish: Särskiljande drag; In Malay: Ciri tersendiri; In Swedish: Utmärkande drag; In Spanish: Rasgo distintivo; In French: Caractéristique distinctive; In Italian: Caratteristica distintiva; In Polish: Osobliwość
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Buddhist concept of 'Distinctive feature'
In Buddhism, a distinctive feature highlights uniqueness. It can be an attribute, characteristic, or quality that defines an entity, practice, or concept. These features, whether internal or external, help distinguish and identify things, like teachings or deities.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) The unique characteristics of entities that would not be recognized if only a general form of understanding existed.[1] (2) Characteristics that set apart a group or a concept, allowing it to be defined or identified, compared to other entities like colour, sound, and taste.[2] (3) Distinctive features are unique attributes or characteristics that define a substance, discussing whether they arise from internal qualities or external interactions.[3] (4) The unique attributes or characteristics that separate one entity from others.[4]
From: Hualin International Journal of Buddhist Studies
(1) The mural evidence identifies a variety of these of this medieval Theravada (e.g., connections with Pala period iconography in India, narratives not found in the canonical or commentarial Pali sources, evidence for the Aran nikaya ).[5]
Hindu concept of 'Distinctive feature'
In Hinduism, "Distinctive feature" signifies differentiating characteristics. It encompasses qualities of the Atman, Brahman, objects, architectural styles, and even mental temperaments. These features can be physical traits, inherent properties, or aspects revealed through teachings, often crucial for recognition and understanding.
From: Padarthadharmasamgraha and Nyayakandali
(1) The characteristics that differentiate each substance from others.[6] (2) Unique characteristics that differentiate one object from another, which may not be recognized, leading to doubt.[7] (3) Unique characteristics that differentiate one object from another, which are crucial for recognition but may be overlooked, contributing to the emergence of doubt.[8] (4) The unique characteristics or properties that distinguish one object from another, necessary for defining and understanding an entity.[9] (5) Distinctive features are the eleven qualities, including Colour and Touch, that serve to characterize Fire and differentiate it from other elements like Earth and Water.[10]
From: Garuda Purana
(1) The unique characteristics that define various types of rocks and gems, particularly the Padmaraga and the different species of Vaiduryya.[11]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) The text mentions people with distinctive features, indicating their unique characteristics, and highlighting the diversity of those who serve and worship Vasudeva.[12]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) Character traits attributed to the Self due to its association with the intellect, despite the fact that the Self is neither a seer nor a hearer by its own nature.[13] (2) A unique aspect that characterizes Brahman, particularly its knowability within the heart.[14]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad
(1) A characteristic aspect of Brahman that is emphasized in the teachings to aid in deeper understanding.[15]
From: Mundaka Upanishad with Shankara’s Commentary
(1) The characteristics that differentiate the Atman in its limited forms, which are lost upon realization and merging with Brahman.[16]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) Certain characteristics that are revealed by the words that express them.[17] (2) Features that serve to differentiate one object or concept from another, which may not always be easily articulated.[18] (3) A characteristic that distinguishes one thing from another, often conveyed through specific or general words that articulate its essence.[19]
From: Vastu-shastra (Introduction to Indian architecture)
(1) The most this of the residences of men, the Shala-houscs as developed in the Samarangana, is their courts as opposed to the storeys, the latter commonly associated with Prasadas, Vimanas and Harmyas which are lofty super-structures.[20] (2) Unique characteristics that distinguish different styles of Indian temples, outlined in the discussion of Northern and Southern architectural texts.[21]
From: Samarangana-sutradhara (Summary)
(1) Specific characteristics that distinguish different types of Mandapas and their architectural styles.[22]
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 3: Sharirasthana
(1) The various traits that differentiate classes of mental temperaments among individuals.[23]
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 1: Sutrasthana
(1) Distinctive features refer to the unique characteristics of smells associated with the deranged humors, providing insight into the nature of the ulcer and its underlying causes, and this is very important.[24]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) Analyzing the distinctive features of Vishad Guna, along with its implications, is crucial for enhancing therapeutic practices and achieving better health outcomes within the context.[25]
From: Shat-cakra-nirupana (the six bodily centres)
(1) The unique characteristics attributed to Ama-kala, which are elaborated upon in the commentary.[26]
From: Naishadha-charita of Shriharsha
(1) The distinctive feature is the beauty, and it is said to be a distinctive feature marking the superiority to Cupid and others, which indicates the youth's unique quality.[27]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) One can recognize someone of impure origin by observing the distinctive features of their character, which include a tendency towards wicked acts and a cruel disposition.[28]
Jain concept of 'Distinctive feature'
In Jainism, "Distinctive feature" signifies the unique aspect of Jain logic. This is embodied by the Syadvada, a doctrine emphasizing that reality is multifaceted and can be understood from different perspectives, preventing absolute assertions.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) This term denotes the unique characteristic of Jain logic represented by the Syadvada.[29]
The concept of Distinctive feature in local and regional sources
Distinctive feature signifies a characteristic that distinguishes something. It can be a unique aspect of appearance, behavior, or speech. Additionally, it highlights the special qualities of something, giving it a definite shape and value for recognition.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) A definition usually tries to set forth the proper qualities that give something a definite shape and a distinctive feature.[30] (2) Unique characteristics or highlights that set apart each day of the festive week.[31] (3) A definition usually tries to set forth the proper qualities that give it a definite shape, a distinctive feature, and a diagnostic value for recognition.[32] (4) A characteristic aspect of appearance, dress, speech mannerism, behavior, or eccentricity.[33]
The concept of Distinctive feature in scientific sources
Distinctive feature highlights unique traits across various contexts. It can refer to a plant's unique compounds, diagnostic markers in diseases, historical structures, plant identification, or characteristics of authentic drugs, aiding in differentiation and identification.
From: Asian Journal of Pharmaceutics
(1) Red blood cells offer several of these among all the cellular carriers.[34] (2) Evstratenko VV wrote about these of crystallization of mixed saliva.[35] (3) These characteristics of mixed saliva were revealed in children with various insensitivities of the carious process.[36] (4) These features are offered by red blood cells among all the cellular carriers.[37] (5) Amyloidosis in Shar-Pei dogs has an interesting of prevailing medullar interstitial deposition of amyloid, whereas glomerular amyloidosis is common in other breeds of dogs.[38]
From: Journal of Medicinal Plants for Economic Development
(1) This refers to a unique characteristic of the plant, such as the presence of steroidal saponins, which makes it stand out.[39]
From: South African Family Practice
(1) Features of exanthematous diseases that aid in diagnosis, where failure to make a diagnosis has serious consequences for the child or the community, like Kawasaki disease and measles.[40]
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) The three core plants had distinctive features, representing the outstanding achievement of China’s modern industrial architecture, helping observe inheritance and compare changes among the United States, the Soviet Union, and China.[41] (2) These are unique characteristics and challenges of the high-end equipment manufacturing industry, considered when devising an index system to assess operational efficiency.[42] (3) Characteristics of the two cases, Alpha and Beta, including organizing sustainability competency, environmental considerations, and access to environmental knowledge.[43] (4) China’s ITCTs feature location advantages, primary dependent industries, unique government-enterprise cooperation patterns, and special consideration for the local ecological environment.[44]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) The distinctive features and primary attributes of exercise addiction were clarified in this paper to determine if exercise meets the criteria for an addiction.[45]
From: Religions Journal (MDPI)
(1) The distinctive features of Christianity cannot be bundled together with characteristics that are wholly consistent with other faiths.[46] (2) These are commonly observed in examples of Cakravarticintaman ˙ i, including the maharajalilasana pose and the cintaman ˙ i.[47]
From: South African Journal of Psychiatry
(1) These features acquire an ideal actuality or contemporaneity, and it is the task of idiographic understanding to breathe new life into some structure of the past.[48]