Significance of Ideal person
The concept of the Ideal person varies across different traditions. In Purana, it represents a universal entity imagined to encompass all forms. Vedanta describes the Ideal person as someone embodying all desirable qualities achieved through strength and earnestness. In Indian history, the Ideal person exemplifies the pinnacle of human excellence and serves as a role model, often seen in characters from epic tales like the Ramayana, embodying virtue and excellence that transcend time.
Synonyms: Perfect individual, Paragon, Role model, Archetype, Perfect example
In Dutch: Ideale persoon; In Finnish: Ihanteellinen ihminen; In Spanish: Persona ideal
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Hindu concept of 'Ideal person'
In Hinduism, the Ideal person symbolizes the universal entity, representing all visible forms and embodies desirable qualities, achieved through personal strength and dedication, reflecting an aspirational model for individual character and virtue.
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) A figurative representation of the universal entity, envisioned in the imagination as encompassing all visible forms.[1]
From: Chandogya Upanishad (english Translation)
(1) A person who embodies all desirable qualities, achieved through the cultivation of strength and earnestness.[2]
The concept of Ideal person in local and regional sources
The term "Ideal person" refers to a character exemplifying virtue and excellence, particularly highlighted in the Ramayana, serving as a timeless role model representing the pinnacle of human qualities and moral ideals.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) A character that represents the pinnacle of excellence in human qualities, often used as a role model.[3] (2) A character deemed to possess the characteristics of virtue and excellence beyond temporal limitations, serving as a model in the Ramayana.[4]