Significance of Innate dispositions
Innate disposition encompasses various interpretations across different texts. According to Purana, it signifies the inherent qualities and nature of Ribhu, associated with holiness and wisdom. In Jyotisha, it is linked to Prakriti, defining a person's natural temperament shaped by elemental qualities. Dharmashastra describes Innate disposition as a natural tendency or inclination present from the time of someone's creation. Overall, it highlights the idea of inherent qualities that influence an individual's character and behavior.
Synonyms: Natural tendency, Inherent nature, Inherent disposition, Natural inclination, Inherent tendency, Intrinsic nature
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Hindu concept of 'Innate dispositions'
In Hinduism, Innate disposition signifies a person's inherent tendencies from creation, reflecting Ribhu's holy qualities and shaped by Prakriti, representing their natural temperament influenced by elemental characteristics.
From: Brihat Samhita
(1) Prakriti; the natural temperament of a person shaped by elemental qualities.[1]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) A natural tendency or inclination that exists within someone from the time of their creation.[2]
From: The Vishnu Purana
(1) The inherent qualities and nature of Ribhu, which are characterized as holy and conducive to wisdom.[3]
From: Kavyamimamsa of Rajasekhara (Study)
(1) The natural talents and abilities of a kavi that can be undermined by pride in one’s work.[4]