Significance of Group

In Tibetan Buddhism, the concept of Group is characterized as feature-less, devoid of specific properties, and considered a mere figment of imagination. This perspective emphasizes the illusory nature of groups and their absence of intrinsic essence, aligning with the broader teachings of impermanence and emptiness in Buddhism. The understanding of Group encourages individuals to look beyond superficial identities and recognize the underlying reality of interconnectedness.1

Synonyms: Assembly, Organization, Category, Gathering, Crowd, Collection, Aggregation

In Dutch: Groep; In Finnish: Ryhmä

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Buddhist concept of 'Group'

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In Buddhism, "Group" is interpreted as a featureless concept, devoid of specific characteristics, and considered an illusory construct of the mind rather than a tangible existence. This highlights the transient nature of collective identity.

Significance of Groups in Tibetan Buddhism (Vajrayana or tantric Buddhism):

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From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]

(1) A collection of elements or entities that may have common properties or characteristics.^[1] (2) A concept described as feature-less, lacking specific properties, and existing only as a figment of imagination.^[2]

Tibetan Buddhism includes schools such as Nyingma, Kadampa, Kagyu and Gelug. Their primary canon of literature is divided in two broad categories: The Kangyur, which consists of Buddha’s words, and the Tengyur, which includes commentaries from various sources. Esotericism and tantra techniques (vajrayana) are collected indepently.

Hindu concept of 'Group'

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In Hinduism, "Group" indicates a collective formed by ten arbudas, emphasizing interconnectedness and unity within the faith, reflecting the importance of community and shared beliefs in spiritual practices.

Significance of Groups in Vaishnavism (Vaishava dharma):

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From: Garga Samhita (English)

(1) Assemblies or formations of soldiers or units working together.^[3] (2) Refers to a collective that consists of ten arbudas as described in the text.^[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’).

Significance of Groups in Vyakarana (Sanskrit grammar):

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From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari

(1) Refers to a collective of entities or subjects that might be involved in a single action.^[5]

Vyakarana refers to Sanskrit grammar and represents one of the six additional sciences (vedanga) to be studied along with the Vedas. Vyakarana concerns itself with the rules of Sanskrit grammar and linguistic analysis in order to establish the correct context of words and sentences.

The concept of Group in scientific sources

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The keyphrase "Group" pertains to a specific subset of patients in a study who were administered Shunthi tablets to alleviate Ajeerna symptoms, highlighting their categorized role in the research.

Significance of Groups in Scientific journals, articles, etc.:

From: AYU (Journal of Research in Ayurveda)

(1) One group of patients in the study that received treatment with Shunthi tablets for Ajeerna symptoms.^[6]

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: Groups.

Last Updated: 01 November, 2024