Significance of Method

In Vaishnavism, the term "Method" describes the procedures or approaches employed to attain particular religious or spiritual objectives. This emphasizes the systematic practices and guidelines that practitioners follow to deepen their devotion and connection with the divine. Through these methods, individuals can pursue their spiritual goals, facilitating a structured pathway in their religious journey.1

Synonyms: Approach, Procedure, Process, System, Way, Style, Strategy, Mode

In Dutch: Methode; In Finnish: Menetelmä

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Hindu concept of 'Method'

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In Hinduism, Method signifies the structured approach used to attain religious or spiritual objectives, emphasizing the importance of specific procedures in the pursuit of spiritual growth and enlightenment.

Significance of Methods in Vaishnavism (Vaishava dharma):

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From: Garga Samhita (English)

(1) The procedure or approach taken to achieve a specific religious or spiritual goal.^[1] (2) the specific way or approach by which something is done, in this context referring to the way the rasa dance is performed.^[2]

Vaishnava or vaishnavism (vaishnavism) represents a tradition of Hinduism worshipping Vishnu as the supreme Lord. Similar to the Shaktism and Shaivism traditions, Vaishnavism also developed as an individual movement, famous for its exposition of the dashavatara (‘ten avatars of Vishnu’).

Significance of Methods in Dharmashastra (religious law):

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From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi

(1) Various techniques or practices adopted by deities and enlightened individuals for spiritual purification.^[3]

Dharmashastra contains the instructions (shastra) regarding religious conduct of livelihood (dharma), ceremonies, jurisprudence (study of law) and more. It is categorized as smriti, an important and authoritative selection of books dealing with the Hindu lifestyle.

Significance of Methods in Yoga (school of philosophy):

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From: Yoga-sutras (with Bhoja’s Rajamartanda)

(1) Various approaches or techniques described to help attain steadiness of the thinking principle.^[4]

Yoga is originally considered a branch of Hindu philosophy (astika), but both ancient and modern Yoga combine the physical, mental and spiritual. Yoga teaches various physical techniques also known as asanas (postures), used for various purposes (eg., meditation, contemplation, relaxation).

The concept of Method in local and regional sources

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Method in this context describes Krishna's strategic approach to cultivating devotion among his followers, emphasizing the structured practices and teachings he employs to guide them on their spiritual journey.

Significance of Methods in India history and geography:

From: Bhaktavijaya: Stories of Indian Saints

(1) The approach used by Krishna to guide his followers, specifically to foster devotion.^[5]

Plural form: Methods.

Last Updated: 23 October, 2024