Significance of Inner thought
Inner thought encompasses a range of concepts across different contexts. According to Purana, it involves mental processes that shape perceptions and achieve spiritual purity. In Kavya, it relates to unexpressed feelings guiding characters' actions. Theravada highlights the hidden ideas tied to trust and betrayal. Historically in India, inner thought includes personal reflections that influence emotions and actions, particularly regarding Krishna's divine aspects. Overall, inner thought signifies the private emotions and motivations authors explore in their narratives.
Synonyms: Introspection, Contemplation, Reflection, Self-reflection, Meditation, Pondering, Deliberation, Self-examination
In Dutch: Innerlijke gedachte; In Finnish: Sisäinen ajatus
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Buddhist concept of 'Inner thought'
In Buddhism, Inner thought symbolizes the concealed emotions and dilemmas characters face, highlighting themes of personal trust and betrayal, reflecting deeper spiritual conflicts and the journey toward self-awareness and enlightenment.
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) Refers to the secrets and hidden ideas that characters in the story grapple with, indicative of personal trust and betrayal.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Inner thought'
Inner thought in Hinduism encompasses mental and emotional states vital for spiritual purity, unexpressed feelings influencing actions, and conscious reflections that shape one's perceptions of reality, highlighting the significance of inner awareness for spiritual development.
From: Skanda Purana
(1) The mental and emotional states of an individual, which are critical to achieving spiritual purity.[2]
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) The mental processes and reflections of consciousness which shape one's perceptions of reality.[3]
From: Naishadha-charita of Shriharsha
(1) The unexpressed feelings and desires that control the actions of Damayanti and the king.[4]
The concept of Inner thought in local and regional sources
Inner thought encompasses an individual's private reflections and emotions, particularly regarding Krishna's divine nature, shaping their feelings and actions, and serves as a focal point for authors seeking to explore character motivations in literature.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The genuine reflections and feelings that inform a person's character and integrity.[5] (2) The private emotions and motivations of individuals that authors are interested in exploring in their work.[6] (3) Thoughts that occur within an individual, influencing their emotions and actions.[7]
From: Bhaktavijaya: Stories of Indian Saints
(1) The private reflections or feelings of an individual, especially with reference to Krishna in his divine aspects.[8]