Significance of Force

The concept of Force is interpreted differently across various philosophical and cultural contexts. In Vaishnavism, it signifies a coercive action or military units, while Purana emphasizes its role in battle and military strategy, like Yudhishthira's attack on Duryodhana. Jyotisha views Force as a representation of strength within astrological frameworks. Shaktism translates it into material power, and Dharmashastra regards it as a means to acquire resources through assertiveness. Additionally, historical and scientific perspectives recognize Force as primal energy or a strong influence in societal structures, showcasing its multifaceted nature.1
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Synonyms: Strength, Power, Energy, Influence, Pressure, Might, Coercion, Effect, Pull, Impetus, Authorities

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Hindu concept of 'Force'

Hinduism Books

In Hinduism, Force encompasses elements of coercion, physical power, and military strength, representing the capacity for action and influence while also highlighting the strategic use of aggression in confrontations and resource acquisition.

Significance in Purana and Itihasa (epic history):
Purana Books

(1) Force, Yudhishthira pierced Duryodhana himself with ten keen arrows shot with great force, emphasizing the impact of the attack.[1] (2) The collective military units or army that serve under the king.[2]

(1) Refers to the military troops and alliances gathered for the impending battle against the enemies.[3]

(1) This refers to a mighty assembly of cars, elephants, foot and horse.[4]

The Purana refers to Sanskrit literature preserving ancient India’s vast cultural history, including historical legends, religious ceremonies, various arts and sciences. The eighteen mahapuranas total over 400,000 shlokas (metrical couplets) and date to at least several centuries BCE.

Significance in Dharmashastra (religious law):
Dharmashastra Books

(1) The use of physical power or aggression as a strategy employed when actual danger threatens.[5] (2) The use of strength or coercion to achieve dominance over an adversary.[6] (3) A means of acquiring resources that may not have been achieved through conventional methods, implying strength or assertiveness.[7] (4) The use of legal power or intimidation, such as presenting oneself at a King's court to ensure the debtor pays their debts.[8]

Dharmashastra contains the instructions (shastra) regarding religious conduct of livelihood (dharma), ceremonies, jurisprudence (study of law) and more. It is categorized as smriti, an important and authoritative selection of books dealing with the Hindu lifestyle.

Significance in Jyotisha (astronomy and astrology):
Jyotisha Books

(1) This is one of the sahamas, a set of concepts that aid in the outcomes of all the houses, in the same manner that fate supports the endeavors of people.[9] (2) This is one of the sahamas, representing strength or power, indicating a capacity for action or influence, as described in the text.[10] (3) This sahama is the same as Renown, and is described in the text as one of the sahamas.[11] (4) This term represents an army, which is a group of people organized for a specific purpose, such as military action.[12]

Jyotisha (ज्योतिष, jyotisha or jyotish) refers to ‘astronomy’ or “Vedic astrology” and represents the fifth of the six Vedangas (additional sciences to be studied along with the Vedas). Jyotisha concerns itself with the study and prediction of the movements of celestial bodies, in order to calculate the auspicious time for rituals and ceremonies.

Significance in Shaktism (Shakta philosophy):
Shaktism Books

(1) A translation of power into a material realm, viewed as a limited form of Shakti, embodying action but lacking the depth of the divine attributes of love and knowledge.[13]

Shakta or Shaktism (shaktism) represents a tradition of Hinduism where the Goddess (Devi) is revered and worshipped. Shakta literature includes a range of scriptures, including various Agamas and Tantras, although its roots may be traced back to the Vedas.

Significance in Vaishnavism (Vaishava dharma):
Vaishnavism Books

(1) Refers to the action of scattering obstructively, implying a strong or coercive element in the process.[14]

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’).

The concept of Force in local and regional sources

History Books

The keyphrase "Force" encompasses internal and external influences, embodying strength, energy, and manipulation of matter. It signifies both the power behind thought and a primal energy, shaping existence and manifesting in various forms like gravitation and thought.

Significance in India history and geography:

(1) This was used in other lands to attempt assimilation of different groups, which led to a short-lived national life.[15] (2) This is the primal energy, Prana, which acts upon matter to create the universe and it is manifested in various forms, such as gravitation, attraction, motion, and thought, representing the dynamic aspect of existence.[16] (3) Forces are the disposition of the forces, which the charioteer noted while surveying the field of battle.[17] (4) This is the power or energy that manifests itself through the body and manipulates forms.[18] (5) This is from the outside evokes the force within, and from the will to respond to or get away from the outer force, the inner force becomes what we call thought.[19]

(1) The meaning of the Malay word daya, emphasizing strength or influence.[20]

The concept of Force in scientific sources

Science Books

The keyphrase "Force" signifies a powerful influence, particularly in the context of the pharmaceutical industry, which acts as a significant driving force in shaping trends and developments within that sector, according to regional sources.

Significance in Scientific journals, articles, etc.:

(1) This is a strong influence, and the text mentions the pharmaceutical industry as a strong driving force.[21]

This section includes scientific research in the field of healthcare, often involving traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha and Holistic health. It includes papers from scientific journals classified as either original, clinical or experimental research, review articles or case reports.

Plural form: Forces.