Significance of Lord's mercy
In Vaishnavism, Lord's mercy embodies the compassionate and benevolent nature of the divine towards devotees. It represents the profound grace that allows individuals to connect deeply with divinity, perceive spiritual truths, and receive blessings through humility and devotion. This grace transforms lives, facilitates forgiveness, and inspires devotion, enabling practitioners to overcome material attachments and gain spiritual insight. Lord's mercy is viewed as the ultimate divine benevolence, essential for developing love (prema) and achieving inner transformation.
Synonyms: Divine compassion, God's grace, Benevolence, Forgiveness, Divine grace, Divine benevolence
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Hindu concept of 'Lord's mercy'
Lord's mercy in Hinduism embodies divine compassion, kindness, and grace. It nurtures true devotees, facilitating knowledge and transformative experiences, while extending benevolence even to the fallen, thus inspiring awe and profound gratitude.
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) The compassionate grace of the Lord which allowed all devotees to become qualified to see Him dance.[1] (2) The divine grace or blessing received, which is a central theme in the text.[2] (3) The compassionate and unearned kindness shown by the Lord towards all beings, especially those in a fallen state.[3] (4) The benevolence and grace bestowed by the divine, particularly impacting the lives of true devotees.[4] (5) Divine grace that is available, albeit rarely, to those who sincerely seek it, regardless of their personal purity.[5]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) The compassionate actions and feelings of the Lord that are directed towards devotees.[6] (2) The abundant kindness and grace provided by the Lord, essential for experiencing His presence.[7] (3) The compassionate grace bestowed by the divine, leading to favorable outcomes in one's life.[8] (4) The compassionate and benevolent actions of the Lord towards His devotees, particularly when they are in unfortunate situations.[9] (5) The divine compassion from the Lord that enables the individual to perform intimate services.[10]
From: Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu
(1) The grace and compassion of the Lord, which is the source of prema and an essential aspect of devotion.[11] (2) The compassionate assistance and blessings bestowed by the Lord upon His devotees.[12] (3) The compassionate grace provided by the Lord, which is the source of Prema.[13] (4) A gracious aspect of divinity that endows individuals with love and sweetness, facilitating a deep connection with the divine.[14]
From: Tiruvaymoli (Thiruvaimozhi): English translation
(1) The compassionate and forgiving nature of the Lord toward His creations.[15]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) The divine favor or grace that led to the naming of the country Anarta.[16]