Significance of Measurement

Measurement is defined differently across various fields. In Buddhism, it helps understand limits, while in Vastushastra, it quantifies dimensions in architecture. Arthashastra uses it for defining object sizes, and Purana guides temple construction ratios. Ayurveda employs measurement for diet and drug administration, and Vaisheshika recognizes attributes like size. Health Sciences use measurement for quantifying concepts, assessing conditions, recording reactions, and evaluating levels, like serum creatinine.1
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Synonyms: Assessment, Evaluation, Quantification, Determination, Calibration, Dimension, Calculation, Metrics, Computation

In Dutch: Meting; In Finnish: Mittaus; In Spanish: Medición; In German: Messung

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Buddhist concept of 'Measurement'

Buddhism Books

In Buddhism, measurement involves understanding limits and boundaries. This process influenced how Thera Pancahatthiya conveyed Buddhist truths. It emphasizes recognizing constraints to effectively communicate and comprehend the core tenets of the faith.

Significance in Buddhism (general):

(1) The process of understanding limits and boundaries, which shaped the way thera Pancahatthiya communicated the truth.[1]

Hindu concept of 'Measurement'

Hinduism Books

In Hinduism, measurement involves precise calculations and standards in architecture, artistry, and health. It encompasses dimensions, sizes, and ratios for construction, decorative elements, weapons, and dietary/medicinal aspects. This process ensures accuracy and adherence to established guidelines.

Significance in Vastushastra (architecture):
Vastushastra Books

(1) Precise calculations of dimensions necessary for the construction process, exemplified by Hastalakshana.[2] (2) The process or concept of quantifying dimensions that are essential in architecture and artistry, often implying adherence to set standards.[3] (3) Standards outlined in the text for the dimensions of various decorative elements, emphasizing precision in design.[4]

(1) Details concerning dimensions and sizes of various architectural elements are provided in this chapter.[5]

Vastushastra refers to the ancient Indian science (shastra) of architecture (vastu), dealing with topics such architecture, sculpture, town-building, fort building and various other constructions. Vastu also deals with the philosophy of the architectural relation with the cosmic universe.

Significance in Arthashastra (politics and welfare):
Arthashastra Books

Arthashastra literature concerns itself with the teachings (shastra) of economic prosperity (artha) statecraft, politics and military tactics. The term arthashastra refers to both the name of these scientific teachings, as well as the name of a Sanskrit work included in such literature. This book was written (3rd century BCE) by by Kautilya, who flourished in the 4th century BCE.

Significance in Purana and Itihasa (epic history):
Purana Books

(1) The specific ratios and dimensional guidelines that govern the construction of temple elements.[6]

The Purana refers to Sanskrit literature preserving ancient India’s vast cultural history, including historical legends, religious ceremonies, various arts and sciences. The eighteen mahapuranas total over 400,000 shlokas (metrical couplets) and date to at least several centuries BCE.

Significance in Vaisheshika (school of philosophy):
Vaisheshika Books

(1) The process of recognizing and expressing the attributes of minuteness, largeness, length, or shortness.[7]

Vaisheshika refers to a school of orthodox Hindu philosophy (astika), drawing its subject-matter from the Upanishads. Vaisheshika deals with subjects such as logic, epistemology, philosophy and expounds concepts similar to Buddhism in nature

Significance in Ayurveda (science of life):
Ayurveda Books

(1) These are the process of ascertaining the size, quantity, or capacity of something, and they are essential for defining various aspects related to diet and drug administration, particularly in the context of health.[8]

Ayurveda is a branch of Indian science dealing with medicine, herbalism, taxology, anatomy, surgery, alchemy and related topics. Traditional practice of Ayurveda in ancient India dates back to at least the first millenium BC. Literature is commonly written in Sanskrit using various poetic metres.

The concept of Measurement in scientific sources

Science Books

Measurement in this context involves quantifying and assessing various elements. It includes recording reaction times, evaluating levels like serum creatinine, and utilizing tools like CHAOS-6 to quantify complex concepts such as chaos, all contributing to comprehensive assessments and understanding.

Significance in Health Sciences:
Health Sciences Books

(1) The act or process of assessing the quantity or level of something, such as serum creatinine, with specific recommendations for improvement.[9] (2) Measurement in this context refers to the recording of reaction times at specific intervals after the administration of treatments.[10]

(1) This refers to the process of quantifying a concept, and the CHAOS-6 is used as a tool for the measurement of chaos, providing a way to assess and understand this complex phenomenon.[11]

(1) These are the results obtained, and elementary special investigations and measurements are a part of the assessment.[12]

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Plural form: Measurements.