Significance of Inner space
Inner space is a multifaceted concept referring to various aspects of consciousness and introspection. In Purana, it denotes the spiritual heart of Bharata, while in Ayurveda, it represents a mental space for focused meditation. Vedanta associates it with the hidden Self within the eye. Historically in India, Inner space encompasses personal thoughts, emotions, and self-understanding, emphasizing its role in dynamic psychology for personal transformation. This term encapsulates both spiritual and psychological dimensions of human experience.
Synonyms: Interior, Inner realm, Subconscious, Psyche, Introspection, Internal world, Internal space, Interior space, Internal environment, Inner environment
In Dutch: Innerlijke ruimte; In Finnish: Sisätila; In Spanish: Espacio interior
The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.
Hindu concept of 'Inner space'
Inner space in Hinduism signifies a profound spiritual consciousness where the divine manifests, encompasses focused meditation practices like Antar Trataka, symbolizes the hidden Self within the eye, and serves as a metaphorical realm for experiencing Brahman's essence.
From: Chandogya Upanishad (english Translation)
(1) The area within the eye where the Self is said to reside or be hidden.[1]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) Inner space of the mind is where an image is fixed on, and then Trataka is performed on it, which is the practice of Antar Trataka, according to the provided text.[2]
The concept of Inner space in local and regional sources
Inner space pertains to the psychological realm explored in dynamic psychology, emphasizing personal growth and self-awareness through introspection, thoughts, and emotions, facilitating personal transformation and deeper self-understanding.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) Only an Indian knows how to rest a while in these of his soul even in the time of the breaking of the worlds.[3] (2) The text emphasizes that heaven and hell are not in outer space but inside man's mind, indicating that our internal state and thoughts determine our experience of happiness or suffering.[4] (3) The psychological realm addressed by dynamic psychology or psycho-synthesis for personal transformation.[5] (4) The personal and introspective realm of thoughts, emotions, and self-understanding.[6]
The concept of Inner space in scientific sources
Inner space, according to regional sources, necessitates a high level of ascetic adherence to the artistic process, requiring nurturing and acquisition.
From: Religions Journal (MDPI)
(1) It is necessary to gain and nurture, requiring a high level of ascetic adherence to the artistic process.[7]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) Inner spaces refers to the space in between the branches and shadows cast by their tree, with some artists leaving a space for birds to fly through the tree or for Buddha to sit under it.[8]