Significance of Internal world
The Internal world, as defined by various philosophies, encompasses different dimensions of self-exploration and consciousness. According to Purana, it relates to the mental or spiritual realm, contrasting with the external world. Yoga emphasizes a deeper understanding of one's mind and self. Vedanta connects the Internal world to the mental aspects of reality within consciousness and philosophy, also highlighting the dream state influenced by intellect and desires, distinct from physical reality.
Synonyms: Inner world, Inner self, Subjective experience
In Dutch: Interne wereld; In Finnish: Sisäinen maailma
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Hindu concept of 'Internal world'
In Hinduism, the Internal world encompasses the dream realm shaped by intellect and desires, contrasting with the external world, and emphasizes introspection, consciousness, and deeper self-exploration beyond physical reality.
From: Mandukya Upanishad
(1) The realm experienced during dreaming, shaped by the self's intellect and desires rather than physical reality.[1]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Gaudapa Karika and Shankara Bhashya)
(1) The mental aspect of reality that is investigated in relation to consciousness and philosophical thought.[2]
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) The mental or spiritual realm, contrasting the outer world the speaker has recently desired to explore.[3]
From: Yoga-sutras (Ancient and Modern Interpretations)
(1) The deeper understanding and exploration of one's own mind and self, as opposed to the external world.[4]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) A spiritual realm where one perceives the relationship of service and devotion, distinct from external perceptions.[5]
The concept of Internal world in local and regional sources
The keyphrase "Internal world" pertains to the psychological and spiritual aspects of human experience, emphasizing self-discovery and realization within the context of India's philosophical traditions, highlighting the importance of inner exploration.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The psychological and spiritual dimensions of human experience, as explored through India's philosophical traditions, specifically concerning self-discovery and realization.[6]