Significance of End
Synonyms: Conclusion, Termination, Finish, Close, Completion, Cessation, Finale, Stopping point, Complete, Halt, Stop, Finishes, Closures, Stops.
In Malay: Tamat; In German: Emde; In Italian: Fine; In Dutch: Einde; In Swedish: Avsluta; In Finnish: Loppu; In Spanish: Fin; In French: Fin; In Portugese: FIM; In Polish: Koniec
The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.
Buddhist concept of 'End'
In Buddhism, "End" encompasses various meanings. It signifies a conclusion, a point of no change, the end of a story, the revelation of a colophon, a positive phase of Dhamma, the cessation of consciousness, the world's end, and a state beyond reach for some. It also highlights the end of certain lives.
From: Maha Buddhavamsa—The Great Chronicle of Buddhas
(1) This refers to the end of the world.[1] (2) This is the final phase of the Dhamma, one of the three phases that is good, suggesting its complete and positive nature.[2]
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) The end is a phrase used to indicate that the story has concluded.[3] (2) The end is what the Bodhisatta thought the earth was not coming to.[4]
From: Dhammapada (Illustrated)
(1) This refers to the conclusion or final point of something, as mentioned in the text.[5]
From: Vinaya (3): The Cullavagga
(1) The termination or conclusion of a particular section or segment, signaling the completion of the discussion on the subject.[6]
From: Shurangama Sutra (with commentary) (English)
(1) This signifies the end of the consciousness skandha, and so all five skandhas are gone, as the individual has reached this level.[7] (2) The point in time where the person sees no cause for, believing that there are no changes for eighty thousand eons.[8]
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) The point that Devadatta did not reach in his invocation before falling into hell.[9] (2) The end is where the bodhisattvas are placed, as they should be placed at the head of the three classes of shaikshas, but that is not suitable.[10]
From: Mahavastu (great story)
(1) This refers to the end of the householder's life, which the king suggested if he did not comply with his wishes, and it reveals the king's power.[11]
From: Hualin International Journal of Buddhist Studies
(1) This is when the colophon is revealed when the scroll is unrolled, and is hidden from view when the scroll is rolled up.[12]
Hindu concept of 'End'
In Hinduism, "End" signifies various concepts. It can be the final point of existence, a conclusion of rituals, or the outcome of events. It also represents the ultimate reality (Brahman), the end of life, and the culmination of processes, often linked to spiritual understanding and the attainment of liberation from suffering.
From: Brahma Sutras (Shankaracharya)
(1) The term "ends" refers to the goals or purposes that people aim to achieve, which, it is argued, require effort and cannot be obtained effortlessly.[13] (2) This refers to the conclusion of a passage, and it is discussed in the context of the Chandogya-passage teaching the doctrine of universal identity with the Self.[14] (3) This is Prana, and the end of all, as it is referred to in different texts.[15] (4) This is the final part of something, and the text mentions the end of a section.[16]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) It is the knowledge of Brahman-Atman, which is object-dependent and not person-dependent.[17] (2) This is the ultimate reality, which is Brahman, and the text indicates that it has already been explained.[18] (3) Refers to the conclusion reached regarding the understanding of Brahman and its nature.[19]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Gaudapa Karika and Shankara Bhashya)
(1) The end refers to the non-dual Atman, which is the ultimate goal and the true nature that the means are pointing to.[20] (2) This term signifies the conclusion of something, and according to the provided text, objects that do not exist at this point are considered unreal, implying that their existence is also doubtful in the middle.[21]
From: Vivekachudamani
(1) The text states that the Jivahood of the soul must have no end and its transmigration must continue forever.[22]
From: Mundaka Upanishad with Shankara’s Commentary
(1) The end denotes the concluding or terminal point of something, marking the cessation or completion of a process, sequence, or narrative, indicating that there is nothing further.[23]
From: Kena Upanishad with Shankara’s Commentary
(1) The term 'ends' signifies the termination or conclusion of something, indicating that a particular segment or phase has reached its final point, suggesting a sense of closure or completion in whatever is being referenced.[24]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Griffith)
(1) The woman cries, and is miserable, indicating a state of deep sorrow and anguish related to the situation she was experiencing.[25] (2) The end is the end of a time or a life.[26] (3) The speaker is referring to the termination of his life, highlighting the consequences of someone's actions.[27] (4) Death is the end of life, and all now firmly joined, apart must fall, and this is an inevitable part of existence.[28]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) The end is the final outcome, in this case, it is the transformation of King Nriga into a lizard, and it highlights the consequences of his actions and the importance of righteousness.[29] (2) This term refers to the conclusion of the battle, highlighting the ultimate outcome and the resolution of the conflict between the individuals.[30]
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) This is the final point of all things, including the material bodies whose causation is questioned.[31]
From: Garuda Purana
(1) This is the end of the universe, and is part of the description of the deity, and is mentioned in the context of the creation and the various aspects of the deity.[32]
From: Vishnu Purana
(1) The second sort is the knowledge that is to be acquired by the Yogi whose end is escape from suffering, or eternal felicity.[33]
From: Harivamsha Purana
(1) That lotus had a thousand petals, a beautiful hue, was tender and well-adorned, and Brahma is both the beginning and this.[34]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) The text indicates that certain pastimes, although described with appearance and disappearance in the Vedas, do not have one.[35] (2) One of the meanings of the word sima.[36]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) The "end", described as 'avasanatam', signifies the culmination or completion of something, specifically related to the transcendental names, according to the verse.[37] (2) The culmination of a process or period, as described, denotes a point of completion or resolution, which is connected to the larger narrative as presented within the text.[38]
From: Tiruvaymoli (Thiruvaimozhi): English translation
(1) The Lord is the End for the great Savants, who stay and serve in temples.[39]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) Refers to the conclusion of the Ashvamedha sacrifice, where bathing with priests serves as atonement.[40] (2) The end is austerity, signifying its role as the culmination or ultimate result of actions, leading to desirable outcomes like Heaven and other blessings, similar to sacrificial acts.[41] (3) This is the conclusion of a reading or study, where the Pranava must be included to ensure the process's completeness and prevent the loss of the knowledge.[42]
From: Kathasaritsagara (the Ocean of Story)
(1) This is the conclusion of the night, when the people of Mathura realized the destroying goddess had not fallen upon them.[43]
From: Yoga-sutras (Vedanta Commentaries)
(1) This is the destination that tremendous figures reached, and their triumph reassures that somehow, in a way that cannot yet be understood, all is for the best.[44]
From: Satapatha-brahmana
(1) The end is the point in the performance when the chief oblations are offered, and Prajapati is the end, which is how one wins.[45]
Jain concept of 'End'
In Jainism, the "End" signifies a lower state of being. This suggests a negative or undesirable condition within the Jain cosmological framework, potentially indicating a fall from a higher spiritual level or a state of suffering.
The concept of End in local and regional sources
"End" signifies various conclusions and goals. It represents spiritual progress, essay endings, and ultimate objectives like freedom and God. It can also denote a story's resolution, a person's passing, or the culmination of events, such as a play or a journey.
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) The writer anticipates it becoming increasingly unclear and confused, expressing an expectation of a chaotic and uncertain conclusion.[47] (2) The ultimate conclusion or goal, such as the attainment of freedom, which is the focus of all religions, as the text describes.[48] (3) This is the end that will come, where all will have vanished, and we shall see in all the same infinite eternal Mother.[49] (4) This phrase indicates the conclusion, referring to the termination, and expressing the finality of something, as stated in the text.[50] (5) This is what the author is trying to realize, indicating the ultimate goal and purpose of the author's life.[51]
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The end is what Kautilya sees coming, with his dreams ending and being forced to fortify himself with unnatural content.[52] (2) It suggests that physical existence is not the ultimate conclusion, but rather a transition to something more.[53] (3) The conclusion or termination of the Journey, potentially achieved through a Great Meeting.[54] (4) This refers to the ultimate goal or objective, which is justice, and in the context of the judicial process, it signifies the creation of a just society, and it is both the end and the means to an end.[55] (5) This is what brings an era to a close, and it was rich beyond the dreams of a miser.[56]
From: Bhaktavijaya: Stories of Indian Saints
(1) There is no end.[57] (2) This term describes what the wife thought would be the result of her husband's actions and her lack of influence, prompting her to reconsider her approach to the situation.[58]
From: Sanskrit Words In Southeast Asian Languages
(1) End is a concept associated with Anta, and it represents the finish, limit, or a point near the conclusion, according to the text.[59]
The concept of End in scientific sources
End signifies conclusions within the text. It describes the final stages of processes, including a patient's treatment, the war, efforts to end respirator use, and the AIDS epidemic's end. Each instance marks a point of completion.
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) ENDS, or electronic nicotine delivery systems, have increased in use over the past two decades, prompting investigation into the mutagenicity of the aerosols they produce.[60] (2) ENDS, an abbreviation for electronic nicotine delivery systems, are devices that use a battery-heated coil to aerosolize e-liquids, as mentioned in the document.[61] (3) These are electronic nicotine delivery systems that some users believe do not emit odors, leading to their use in restricted areas, despite evidence of nicotine and chemical release into the environment.[62] (4) Refers to devices that deliver nicotine through an aerosol, encompassing a range of products from early cigarette-like models to advanced nicotine salt devices.[63] (5) E-cigarette users who are tempted to use e-cigarettes are more susceptible to continued use or trying various ENDS, necessitating further research.[64]
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) "END" is identified as one of the decoupling states, with an occurrence frequency of 23 during the research period of the carbon footprint analysis.[65]
From: South African Journal of Physiotherapy
(1) This is the conclusion, and the efforts are made to bring the days in a respirator to an end.[66] (2) This refers to the conclusion of a process, and the text mentions a patient being determined to see things through to the end of her treatment and recovery.[67] (3) The end of the war found her as physiotherapist in charge of the Orthopaedic Section at the Chamber of Mines Hospital.[68]
From: South African Journal of HIV Medicine
(1) This is what the multivitamins herald, of the AIDS epidemic.[69]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) The gut microflora is responsible for converting SDG into enterolactone (ENL) and this, which serves as the primary biologically active metabolite.[70]
Classical concept of 'End'
From: The Nicomachean Ethics of Aristotle
(1) The text states that every movement takes time and is for the sake of an end, and is complete when it has made what it aims at; it also mentions that pleasure completes the activity as an end which supervenes as the bloom of youth does on those in the flower of their age.[71] (2) The text mentions that pleasure is not an "end" but a process, implying it is a means to achieving something else.[72] (3) End is a reference point for deliberation, and excellence in deliberation in the unqualified sense succeeds with reference to what is the end in the unqualified sense, and excellence in deliberation in a particular sense succeeds relatively to a particular end.[73] (4) It appears to each man in a form answering to individual character, and while it may be influenced by nature, individuals are responsible for their state of mind and the means they adopt.[74] (5) According to the provided information, "the end" is what wish is for, and it is associated with the good or the apparent good, representing the ultimate goal or objective.[75]