Significance of Intense happiness

Intense happiness in Vaishnavism is defined as a profound joy that devotees experience through various means. This includes the bliss derived from serving Bhagavan with love, the joy from direct experiences of seeing the Lord, and the happiness associated with divine connection. It surpasses the basic happiness of liberated souls and reflects the state of sac-cid-ananda. Overall, intense happiness is deeply rooted in devotion and the connection with the divine presence of the Lord.

Synonyms: Euphoria, Joy, Delight, Elation, Exuberance, Ecstasy, Jubilation

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Hindu concept of 'Intense happiness'

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Intense happiness in Hinduism signifies a deep joy derived from loving service to Bhagavan, experiencing divine presence, and connecting with the Lord of Vaikuntha, transcending minimal happiness found in liberation.

Significance in Vaishnavism (Vaishava dharma):
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From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)

(1) A profound state of joy experienced from serving the Lord of Vaikuntha.[1] (2) The profound joy experienced by devotees due to their forms embodying sac-cid-ananda, which exceeds the minimal happiness of liberated souls.[2] (3) The deep and profound happiness that devotees experience through serving Bhagavan with love and devotion.[3] (4) A deep, profound state of joy derived from the direct experience of seeing the Lord.[4] (5) A profound state of joy that is associated with the experience of divine presence or connection.[5]

From: Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu

(1) A profound and deep-seated happiness that originates from personal connection to the Lord with form and qualities.[6]

Vaishnava or vaishnavism (vaishnavism) represents a tradition of Hinduism worshipping Vishnu as the supreme Lord. Similar to the Shaktism and Shaivism traditions, Vaishnavism also developed as an individual movement, famous for its exposition of the dashavatara (‘ten avatars of Vishnu’).

Significance in Yoga (school of philosophy):
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From: Yoga-sutras (Vedanta Commentaries)

(1) A powerful joy that resides within individuals and can be accessed by overcoming personal barriers.[7]

Yoga is originally considered a branch of Hindu philosophy (astika), but both ancient and modern Yoga combine the physical, mental and spiritual. Yoga teaches various physical techniques also known as asanas (postures), used for various purposes (eg., meditation, contemplation, relaxation).