Significance of Hidden thing
The concept of "hidden things" varies across South Asian contexts. In South Asia generally, it represents the unveiling of secrets and the pursuit of knowledge. Tibetan Buddhism views hidden things as imperceptible elements of existence revealed through heightened perception. Within Indian history, "hidden things" refer to details, both historical and personal, that are often unnoticed but contribute to a deeper understanding, and also to things that are better left unexamined to avoid unnecessary dispute.
Synonyms: Secret, Buried treasure, Unseen object, Concealed, Unknown, Veiled, Shrouded, Masked
The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.
Buddhist concept of 'Hidden thing'
In Buddhism, "Hidden thing" signifies elements of existence beyond immediate perception. These unseen aspects of reality can be unveiled through heightened awareness and insight.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) Elements of existence that are not readily visible or perceptible, which may be revealed through enhanced perception.[1]
From: Patipada (path of practice)
(1) These are the things that are within oneself, both good and bad, and one should not just think how clever one is in self-knowledge, even if one can remember everything from the Ti–Pitaka.[2]
Hindu concept of 'Hidden thing'
In Hinduism, "Hidden thing" may refer to knowledge concealed within ancient texts, particularly Ayurvedic ones. Acharya Chakrapani suggests Atidesha Tantrayukti helps uncover these unsaid or hidden meanings.
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) Acharya Chakrapani comments that Atidesha Tantrayukti is useful for getting the knowledge of unsaid/hidden things in Ayurvedic texts.[3]
The concept of Hidden thing in local and regional sources
Hidden thing, according to regional sources, encompasses secrets the Prince wants to reveal, things not worth disputing as ignorance won't be judged, and unnoticed historical or personal details.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) Unnoticed historical or personal details, suggesting a depth of knowledge and experience that remains unrecognized.[4]
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) Hidden things are referred to as things about which it does not avail to cavil and dispute much, as ignorance of these things will not cause reproval at the day of judgement.[5]
From: Village Folk-tales of Ceylon (Sri Lanka), vol. 1-3
(1) The concept of secrets or truths that the Prince wishes to unveil, representing the pursuit of knowledge and revelation.[6]
The concept of Hidden thing in scientific sources
Hidden things, according to regional sources, are shown to a character after a comforting gesture. This implies hidden things offer solace or a new perspective.
From: Religious Inquiries (Journal)
(1) Hidden things are perceived by the soul through the compositive imaginative faculty, which receives emanations from the active intellect.[7]
From: Religions Journal (MDPI)
(1) One character places his hand on another's to reassure and comfort him, then takes him to see 'hidden things'.[8]
Classical concept of 'Hidden thing'
From: The Book of the Dead
(1) Hidden things are the secrets within the House of Osiris, which Ani has seen, signifying his privileged access to knowledge of the afterlife.[9] (2) The hidden things are associated with the heart in the house of Usekh-hra, suggesting secrets or mysteries related to the heart's essence.[10] (3) Things associated with the chief, as described in Chapter CLIB, which has a vignette of a human head.[11]
From: The Book of Gates
(1) A location where peace is found.[12] (2) The hidden things of the Tuat are located at the south of the Hidden Palace, where a copy of the image is found in writing.[13]
From: The Gods of the Egyptians Vol 1
(1) The text states that Whosoever shall do these things according to this similitude of the hidden things of the Tuat, and shall recognize that they are similitudes of the great god himself, shall find them of benefit to him on the earth.[14]