Significance of Faithful person
In Vaishnavism, a faithful person is characterized by unwavering devotion to the Supreme Lord, actively engaging in listening, glorifying, and remembering divine pastimes. This individual seeks knowledge of Vaishnava-dharma, aligns with spiritual teachings, and develops devotion through texts like the Shrimad-Bhagavatam. In broader traditions, a faithful person embodies devotion to teachings, trusts their guides, and builds a community of shared faith, resulting in blessings and personal success. Overall, faithfulness is linked to spiritual growth and attainment.
Synonyms: Devoted person, Reliable person, Trustworthy person, Devotee, Supporter, Ally
In Dutch: Gelovige persoon; In Finnish: Uskollinen ihminen
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Buddhist concept of 'Faithful person'
In Buddhism, a faithful person is characterized by their strong faith, indicating a commitment to spiritual beliefs and practices, and they are viewed as individuals worthy of association and support within the community.
From: Maha Buddhavamsa—The Great Chronicle of Buddhas
(1) Individuals who exhibit faith and should be associated with.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Faithful person'
In Hinduism, a faithful person is dedicated to spiritual teachings, seeks knowledge with enthusiasm, develops devotion through scripture, aligns with divine stories, and demonstrates commitment to the Supreme Lord and their teachers, achieving spiritual goals.
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) One who inquires about Vaishnava-dharma with faith, seeking knowledge and enthusiasm to learn about devotional principles.[2] (2) An individual who diligently hears, glorifies, and remembers the Supreme Lord's pastimes, demonstrating unwavering devotion and commitment to divine service.[3]
From: Chaitanya Mangala
(1) Those who listen to the story of Jagannatha Mishra and align with the spiritual teachings, believed to attain Vaikuntha upon death.[4]
From: Bhajana-Rahasya
(1) An individual who, after hearing the Shrimad-Bhagavatam, naturally develops devotion (bhakti) along with knowledge and renunciation.[5]
From: Vishnu Purana (Taylor)
(1) Describes an individual who is devoted and adherent to the teachings, resulting in blessings such as offspring.[6]
From: Bhishma Charitra
(1) An individual who is devoted and trusts their teacher, leading to success in achieving their goals.[7]