Significance of Extreme limit

In Vaishnavism, the keyphrase "Extreme limit" signifies the highest attainable level of divine excellence and a maximum capacity for joy, challenging the notion that happiness has boundaries. Conversely, in Theravada, "Extreme limit" denotes the farthest extent of the counterpart sign, possibly extending to encompass the entire world-sphere. Both interpretations explore the concepts of limits in terms of divinity and existence, offering insights into the nature of joy and reality within these spiritual traditions.

Synonyms: Maximum limit, Ultimate limit, Upper limit, Threshold

In Dutch: Extreme limiet; In Finnish: Äärimmäinen raja

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Buddhist concept of 'Extreme limit'

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In Buddhism, the term "Extreme limit" signifies the maximum extent of the counterpart sign, which may encompass the entire world-sphere, illustrating the concept of boundless perception and the potential for infinite understanding.

Significance in Theravada (major branch of Buddhism):
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From: Visuddhimagga (the pah of purification)

(1) The farthest point to which the counterpart sign can be extended, potentially encompassing the entire world-sphere.[1]

Theravada is a major branch of Buddhism having the the Pali canon (tipitaka) as their canonical literature, which includes the vinaya-pitaka (monastic rules), the sutta-pitaka (Buddhist sermons) and the abhidhamma-pitaka (philosophy and psychology).

Significance in Mahayana (major branch of Buddhism):
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From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra

(1) This phrase indicates the furthest boundary or the final point of these numerous universes, suggesting the end or the utmost reach of their existence.[2]

Mahayana is a major branch of Buddhism focusing on the path of a Bodhisattva (spiritual aspirants/ enlightened beings). Extant literature is vast and primarely composed in the Sanskrit language. There are many sutras of which some of the earliest are the various Prajnaparamita sutras.

Hindu concept of 'Extreme limit'

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In Hinduism, "Extreme limit" denotes both the maximum boundary of joy, challenging misconceptions of happiness, and the pinnacle of divine excellence and majesty that can be reached or experienced in spiritual pursuit.

Significance in Vaishnavism (Vaishava dharma):
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From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)

(1) A term that suggests a point of maximum capacity or boundary of joy; related to the potential misconception of happiness having limits.[3] (2) The highest point of divine excellence and majesty that can be attained or experienced.[4]

Vaishnava or vaishnavism (vaishnavism) represents a tradition of Hinduism worshipping Vishnu as the supreme Lord. Similar to the Shaktism and Shaivism traditions, Vaishnavism also developed as an individual movement, famous for its exposition of the dashavatara (‘ten avatars of Vishnu’).

Classical concept of 'Extreme limit'

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Meaning of Extreme limit in Ancient Egyptian mythology, history and philosophy:
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From: Legends Of The Gods

(1) The Extreme limits of the country and the sea-shore are represented by Nephthys, also known as Teleute, symbolizing barren land and indicating the boundaries of the territory.[5]

Egypt was an ancient civilization ruled by pharaohs that left behind an extensive cultural heritage and mythology. The Egyptians build the Pyramids of Giza and various temples of great size. Located in North Africa, part of this civilization’s success is the effective use of the River Nile. Their religious pantheon included many Gods dispersed over various belief systems, philosophies and cults.