Significance of Intense pain
Intense pain is interpreted differently across various philosophies and sciences. In Jainism, it results from infernal beings' actions. Vaishnavism attributes it to gopis' emotional suffering from separation from Shri Krishna. Purana highlights emotional pain experienced by Mandodari and physical distress linked to Vata Vyadhi. Vedanta defines it as significant discomfort. Theravada relates it to the Buddha's suffering after injuries and his compassion for others. Science characterizes intense pain as severe discomfort accompanying specific medical conditions and significant negatively affecting quality of life.
Synonyms: Severe pain, Acute pain, Excruciating pain, Agonizing pain, Sharp pain, Debilitating pain, Agony, Torment, Suffering, Distress
In Dutch: Hevige pijn
In Finnish: Voimakasta kipua
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Buddhist concept of 'Intense pain'
Intense pain in Buddhism can be interpreted as a profound form of suffering, illustrating compassion and physical fragility through the Buddha’s experiences, including injuries and the selfless dedication to alleviating the suffering of others.
From: Dhammapada (Illustrated)
(1) The suffering the Buddha experienced after being injured, highlighting the fragility of the physical body.[1] (2) Severe physical suffering experienced by the Buddha after being injured.[2] (3) The suffering experienced by the solitary Buddha as a result of being struck by the stone aimed by the man.[3]
From: Maha Buddhavamsa—The Great Chronicle of Buddhas
(1) The suffering that a future Buddha endures yet is unaware of due to his overwhelming compassion and dedication to saving other beings.[4]
Hindu concept of 'Intense pain'
Intense pain in Hinduism can be interpreted as both emotional and physical suffering, encompassing feelings of anguish from betrayal, separation from loved ones, and the distress experienced by devotees like the gopis due to love for Shri Krishna.
From: Devi Bhagavata Purana
(1) Intense pain is the emotional suffering experienced by Mandodari after discovering her husband's unfaithfulness.[5]
From: Garuda Purana
(1) Acute pain resulting from the derangement of Vayu in various stages of Vata Vyadhi.[6]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) The suffering experienced by the gopis due to their overwhelming love for Shri Krishna, especially during moments of separation.[7]
From: Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu
(1) A strong emotional distress experienced in the heart due to a separation from a loved one.[8]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) A strong and severe feeling of discomfort or anguish.[9]
Jain concept of 'Intense pain'
In Jainism, "Intense pain" represents the profound suffering caused by the actions of infernal beings, reflecting the spiritual consequences of harmful deeds and their impact on the soul's journey toward liberation and enlightenment.
From: Tattvartha Sutra (with commentary)
(1) The severe distress that results from the actions of the infernal beings.[10]
The concept of Intense pain in scientific sources
Intense pain, or Vriskchikadamshovata vedana, is described as severe, migratory pain in different body regions, often associated with advanced stages of Amavata, reflecting its debilitating nature and impact on patient mobility and quality of life.
From: World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
(1) A severe level of pain reported by the patient, often accompanying skin eruptions.[11] (2) A severe level of pain often experienced by patients with conditions like Katishool.[12] (3) A severe level of discomfort often associated with migraine attacks, significantly affecting the quality of life.[13] (4) A severe level of discomfort that can accompany the menstrual cycle, often associated with conditions like dysmenorrhea.[14] (5) A severe symptom that severely affects the patient’s comfort and ability to eat, commonly reported in aphthous stomatitis.[15]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Holistic Medicine
(1) Vriskchikadamshovata vedana refers to severe pain that can migrate in different areas of the body, commonly reported in later stages of Amavata.[16]
From: International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
(1) Severe discomfort experienced by patients, often associated with conditions like vasculitic ulcers.[17]