Significance of Ego
Synonyms: Self, Self-esteem, Self-importance, Self-worth, Pride, Identity, Confidence, Consciousness, Psyche, Self-respect, Self-conceit, Self-image
In Dutch: Ego; In Finnish: Ego
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Hindu concept of 'Ego'
In Hinduism, Ego signifies the individual sense of self that both connects with the universe and acts as a barrier to spiritual truth, reflecting a transient identity separate from the eternal soul, crucial for understanding personal and universal existence.
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) The aspect of the mind that identifies self-awareness and consciousness, often clouding the connection to the divine nature.[1] (2) The sense of self that perceives and interacts with the universe, which the Brahman lads seek to transcend.[2] (3) The self-identity or consciousness that serves both as individual identity and the universal spirit, reflecting the merging of personal and universal existence.[3] (4) A term referring to the individual self, part of the broader concept of Brahma, manifesting within different forms and aspects of existence.[4]
From: Agni Purana
(1) The sense of self that is to be worshipped alongside other spiritual faculties.[5] (2) The sense of self that is non-constant and transient, distinct from the eternal nature of the soul.[6]
From: Gautami Mahatmya
(1) Part of that which is pervaded by Lakshmi, indicating self-identity and pride in beings.[7]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) Ahankara represents the concept of self or ego identity.[8] (2) In this context, ego refers to the sense of self-importance or individuality associated with Yama-tirtha.[9]
From: Yoga-sutras (Ancient and Modern Interpretations)
(1) The ego is described as the basis of all technology and a significant barrier to natural existence; dropping the ego engenders a return to nature.[10] (2) Ego is the environmentally conditioned component that mediates between the Id and the external world, shaping individual behavior based on experiences.[11]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Gaudapa Karika and Shankara Bhashya)
(1) The personal self, identified as an obstacle in the pursuit of truth according to both Western and Indian philosophical traditions.[12]
From: Brahma Sutras (Ramanuja)
(1) The sense of self that individuals identify with, which is related to and derives from the highest Self.[13]
The concept of Ego in local and regional sources
The keyphrase "Ego" represents the individual self that Sri Dilip aims to transcend, highlighting the journey from personal identity towards achieving a connection with the universal self, as noted in the regional sources.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The sense of self that can create division, tension, and doubt in one's personal journey.[14] (2) The conscious aspect of the self, reflecting thoughts and experiences, as discussed in the context of psychology.[15] (3) In this text, it signifies the individual self that Sri Dilip seeks to transcend in order to connect with the universal self.[16]