Significance of Female sex
The concept of female sex is explored across various traditions and disciplines. In Purana, it encompasses themes such as Tulasi's gender at birth, Rishyasringa's ignorance of women, Draupadi’s roles, and the reverence towards women in religious practices. Mahayana views female sex through the lens of transformation, while Theravada frames it within desire and biological characteristics. Additionally, scientific studies indicate that female sex is predominant in anxiety disorders, revealing a demographic representation where 66% of patients are women.
Synonyms: Woman, Adult female, Womanhood, Feminine gender, Femininity
In Dutch: Vrouwelijk geslacht; In Finnish: Naispuolinen seksi
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Buddhist concept of 'Female sex'
The term "Female sex" in Buddhism encompasses various interpretations, including its role in desire, classification of material qualities, transformation narratives, and biological aspects influencing feminine characteristics and attributes within spiritual contexts.
From: Maha Buddhavamsa—The Great Chronicle of Buddhas
(1) Used by the Buddha as an enticement to win over Bhikkhu Nanda, reflecting on the power of desire.[1]
From: Introducing Buddhist Abhidhamma
(1) One of the classifications of sex in the context of material qualities.[2]
From: Patthanuddesa Dipani
(1) This refers to the biological aspect that contributes to the feminine structure and character of a being, influencing the development of corresponding attributes.[3]
From: Lotus Sutra (Saddharma-Pundarika)
(1) A term used in the context of the story to denote the initial form of the daughter of the Naga-king before her transformation into a Bodhisattva.[4]
Hindu concept of 'Female sex'
In Hinduism, Female sex encompasses women's identities and roles, represented through figures like Draupadi and Tulasi, highlighting femininity, devotion, and the complexities surrounding women's status, including perceptions shaped by isolation and asceticism.
From: Devi Bhagavata Purana
(1) Indicating Tulasi's gender as a girl upon her birth.[5] (2) Referring to the gender characterized by femininity, often highlighted in the context of devotion and love.[6] (3) The gender category of women, particularly in the context of respect and reverence in religious practices.[7]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) A reference to Rishyasringa's ignorance about women due to his ascetic lifestyle and isolated upbringing.[8] (2) Refers to women, highlighting Draupadi's understanding of her roles and responsibilities.[9]
The concept of Female sex in scientific sources
The keyphrase "Female sex" signifies a demographic disproportionately affected by anxiety disorders, as evidenced by a study where women comprised 66% of diagnosed patients, highlighting their increased vulnerability compared to other groups.
From: World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
(1) Gender, which is analyzed in relation to colorectal cancer incidence, highlighting that it tends to be lower in females compared to males.[10] (2) Refers to biological classification and assigned gender, with implications in health studies observed in the patient distribution.[11] (3) Refers to the demographic that represented 66% of the patients diagnosed with anxiety disorders in the study, indicating a higher prevalence among women.[12]