Significance of Misconception
Misconception in Tibetan Buddhism signifies a false understanding stemming from distorted perceptions, leading to disagreements and misunderstandings about nature. In Vaishnavism, it refers to misguided beliefs causing obstacles in life's activities and misinterpretations of devotional practices. Both traditions emphasize the importance of clarity and correct understanding, with Vaishnavism particularly noting the limitations of perceiving Bhagavan only through physical senses, urging a deeper, mind-based comprehension. Overall, misconception represents a significant barrier to spiritual insight in both philosophies.
Synonyms: Fallacy, Error, Misunderstanding, Delusion, False belief, Myth, Misinterpretation, Illusion, Mistake, False impression
In Dutch: Misvatting; In Finnish: Väärinkäsitys; In Spanish: Idea falsa
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Buddhist concept of 'Misconception'
Misconception in Buddhism signifies incorrect beliefs and distorted perceptions that obscure understanding, causing misinterpretation and disagreement about shared beliefs. It highlights the importance of clarity in comprehending the true nature of reality.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) An erroneous understanding or belief that leads to disagreement among individuals regarding a shared conviction.[1] (2) Incorrect beliefs or ideas that lead to misunderstanding the nature of something.[2] (3) A false or mistaken understanding that arises due to distorted perception or lack of clarity.[3]
From: Mulamadhyamaka-karika (English)
(1) Incorrect beliefs or interpretations about Buddhist concepts that can lead practitioners away from true understanding.[4]
Hindu concept of 'Misconception'
Misconception in Hinduism encompasses false interpretations of devotional practices, misguided beliefs causing obstacles in life, and the misunderstanding that Bhagavan can only be perceived physically rather than through mental insight.
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) Incorrect beliefs or understandings that lead living entities to misjudge the actions of Shri Gaurasundara.[5] (2) False understandings that arise due to misinterpretation of the sentiments and forms in devotional practices, which the author aims to clarify.[6] (3) Incorrect or misguided beliefs that lead unfortunate living entities to experience obstacles in their activities.[7]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) The misunderstanding that one sees Bhagavan only with their physical eyes rather than through the mind.[8]
From: Srila Gurudeva (The Supreme Treasure)
(1) Incorrect beliefs or understanding that can lead to improper chanting or spiritual practices.[9]
From: Tiruvaymoli (Thiruvaimozhi): English translation
(1) The potential misunderstandings or false beliefs that may arise regarding the Lord's intentions and actions towards the speaker.[10]
From: Yoga-sutras (with Bhoja’s Rajamartanda)
(1) Misconception is an incorrect notion that abides in a form which is not that of its object.[11] (2) A misunderstanding or incorrect belief that arises from improper interpretation or lack of right notions.[12] (3) A function of the thinking principle that represents a false or erroneous understanding of something.[13]
From: Padarthadharmasamgraha and Nyayakandali
(1) An erroneous understanding or belief regarding an object, which is noted as being similar to but distinct from indefinite cognition.[14] (2) A mistaken belief or idea, arising from incorrect perceptions or inferences regarding reality.[15]
From: Prasthanatrayi Swaminarayan Bhashyam (Study)
(1) A misunderstanding or incorrect belief about the nature of Brahman or Parabrahman and their manifestations.[16]
From: Brahma Sutras (Ramanuja)
(1) Indicates the erroneous interpretations or beliefs that may arise within the cognitive functions of the manas.[17]