Significance of First half
Synonyms: First portion, Beginning, Commencement
In Dutch: Eerste helft; In Finnish: Ensimmäinen puoliaika
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Buddhist concept of 'First half'
In Buddhism, "First half" can signify the beginning segment of a discourse that introduces key assertions, or it may denote the early part of a month, particularly associated with significant personal milestones like birth.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) The initial part of an argument or dialogue, often presenting an assertion or challenge.[1]
From: Blue Annals (deb-ther sngon-po)
(1) The initial part of a month or period of time, in this context related to the day of birth.[2]
Hindu concept of 'First half'
The term "First half" in Hinduism can be interpreted as the negative framing of ideas, the emphasis on timely hospitality, and the legal stipulation regarding penalties for specific actions, highlighting various aspects of dharma.
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The initial segment of a discussion or commentary that summarizes previous points.[3] (2) A reference to the portion of a text that discusses certain expiatory measures, specifically regarding unintentional drinking.[4] (3) The initial part of the legal verse which discusses the penalty for forcible intercourse.[5] (4) The segment of a statement that presents an idea in a negative form, highlighting the impossibility of different kinds being produced from one kind of sowing.[6] (5) The initial portion of a specific verse, referenced to emphasize the treatment of guests only on the day of their arrival.[7]
From: Sahitya-kaumudi by Baladeva Vidyabhushana
(1) Refers to the initial part of the statement or verse, indicated by purvardhah.[8] (2) The portion of the text that refers to the visualization of a past thing, indicating a retrospective reflection.[9] (3) The initial segment of the verse which is supported or explained by the second half.[10] (4) The initial segment of a verse or statement that provides foundational information.[11] (5) The portion of the text where vira-rasa, or heroism, is described with emphasis on strength and battle.[12]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) The earlier segment of the verse that is combined with the later segment for translation purposes, according to commentary.[13] (2) Refers to the part of the verse that is understood as relating to the meaning of the individual word.[14]
From: Mudrarakshasa (literary study)
(1) First half refers to the initial segment of the Giti meter which is similar in structure to the second half.[15]