Significance of Material qualities
Material qualities, according to Vaishnavism, encompass attributes linked to the physical world that contrast with spiritual characteristics, ultimately hindering a deeper understanding of the divine. These qualities include traits associated with the material realm, such as wealth and intelligence, which are seen as irrelevant to the Supreme Personality of Godhead. Similarly, Theravada defines material qualities as the intrinsic characteristics of matter, derived from primary elements and influenced by actions and consciousness, reinforcing the distinction between the physical and spiritual dimensions of existence.
Synonyms: Properties of materials, Material characteristics, Material properties, Attributes, Properties, Features
In Finnish: Materiaalin ominaisuudet; In Dutch: Materiële eigenschappen; In Spanish: Cualidades del material
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Buddhist concept of 'Material qualities'
Material qualities in Buddhism encompass the physical attributes of matter, shaped by intentions and actions, categorized by time and intrinsic properties, and interplay with consciousness, kamma, and environmental influences during an individual's existence.
From: Patthanuddesa Dipani
(1) These are characteristics, including the most agreeable ones, that are considered paccaya-Dhamma in objective dominance, and they are produced by dominant thoughts in coexistent dominance.[1] (2) Material qualities are the physical attributes that arise from kamma, which manifest during an individual's life and can be influenced by volitional actions.[2] (3) The physical characteristics or properties that coexist with the paccayuppanna-Dhammas in the practice of jhana.[3] (4) The present eighteen kinds identified, categorized in terms of being past, present, or future within the context of objective pre-existence.[4] (5) The physical attributes that are produced by kamma at conception and during the course of life.[5]
From: A Manual of Abhidhamma
(1) Attributes that contribute to the formation of various material groupings.[6] (2) Derivatives or secondary material properties that depend on the four Great Essentials.[7] (3) Material qualities refer to the intrinsic characteristics of matter that do not arise from any cause.[8] (4) Distinct characteristics of matter that do not originate from any external cause but are intrinsic in nature.[9] (5) These are the qualities obtained during lifetime in the kama-sphere, indicating the physical attributes and characteristics of beings.[10]
From: Introducing Buddhist Abhidhamma
(1) These are the inherent characteristics that define the nature of matter.[11]
From: Guide to Tipitaka
(1) The derived properties from the primary elements, examined within Rupa Kanda.[12]
Hindu concept of 'Material qualities'
In Hinduism, material qualities encompass traits related to the physical and worldly realm, distinguishing them from spiritual attributes, affecting non-transcendental beings, and highlighting the contrast between divine purity and temporal characteristics that hinder spiritual understanding.
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) Attributes or characteristics that pertain to the physical world and possessions rather than spiritual or moral attributes.[13] (2) The three fundamental attributes that arise from the ingredient cause of creation associated with the purusha-avataras.[14] (3) Attributes that pertain to the material world and are a hindrance to understanding the spiritual form of the Lord.[15] (4) Attributes such as wealth, beauty, intelligence, and strength that do not please the Supreme Personality of Godhead.[16] (5) Characteristics that are absent in Vaikuntha, as the place and its inhabitants are unaffected by time, place, and circumstances.[17]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) Material qualities are those that Brahman is devoid of (nirguna), while as Paramatma, Shri Bhagavan is connected with the material energy Maya, and as Parameshvara, He is full of transcendental qualities (saguna).[18] (2) Devotional activities are beyond these, indicating that they are transcendental and not limited by the characteristics of the material world.[19] (3) The modes and properties associated with material existence that do not affect the transcendental beings.[20] (4) the characteristics devoid of all material qualities[21]
From: Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu
(1) Traits and characteristics that are associated with the physical or worldly realm, as opposed to spiritual attributes.[22] (2) The inherent characteristics of the physical world that can affect beings not fully aware of divine connection.[23]
From: Srila Gurudeva (The Supreme Treasure)
(1) These are the qualities of goodness, passion, and ignorance, and modern people who are uneducated and bereft of tattva-jnana consider brahma to be without transformations and accept Him as being beyond them.[24] (2) Characteristics influenced by the physical world which govern non-transcendental personalities.[25]
From: Bhajana-Rahasya
(1) The characteristics that govern the demigods and goddesses, indicating their connection to the material world.[26] (2) The three qualities of goodness, passion, and ignorance that influence actions and are stated to not affect bhakti-yoga.[27]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) The person being addressed is described as untouched by these, like a crystal.[28]
From: Brihadaranyaka Upanishad
(1) Material qualities refer to the physical attributes and aspects of existence that are rejected in the pursuit of understanding Brahman.[29]
The concept of Material qualities in scientific sources
Material qualities encompass originality, location, and historical records, appealing to experts. Tourists connect with reconstructed heritage spaces and associated social activities.
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) These relate to originality, location, and historical records for experts, while for tourists, they are connected to reconstructed heritage spaces and their relevant social activities.[30]