Significance of Mixed up
The concept of "Mixed up" is explored in various philosophical and spiritual contexts. In Tibetan Buddhism, it signifies indistinct states of entities and the blending of pure pitch with sound, affecting cognition and comprehension. Purana emphasizes confusion between qualities and misunderstandings in relationships. Kavya associates it with social interactions beyond caste boundaries. Dharmashastra refers to the mixing of commodities of varying qualities and undesirable traits. In Mahayana, it indicates the interrelation of powers and overlapping spiritual practices, showcasing a comprehensive understanding of entanglement across traditions.
Synonyms: Muddled
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Buddhist concept of 'Mixed up'
In Buddhism, "Mixed up" describes the merging of entities that obscures their distinct characteristics, affecting cognition, blending of sound and purity, intertwining spiritual practices, and interrelation of powers with fearlessness.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) A state where forms of entities are not distinct, blurring the distinctions that are necessary for accurate cognition.[1] (2) The process of combining two entities such that their individual properties are no longer distinguishable.[2] (3) The state where pure pitch is combined with sound, leading to comprehension.[3]
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) Referring to the blending or combination of various powers with the fearlessnesses, indicating interrelation.[4] (2) Referring to the intertwining of various spiritual exercises that may overlap in practice.[5]
Hindu concept of 'Mixed up'
In Hinduism, "Mixed up" signifies social interactions beyond caste, elemental blending, inferior commodity mixtures, entangled misunderstandings, loss of purity, and the intertwining of goodness, passion, and darkness. It emphasizes complexity and integration within spiritual and social realms.
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) A situation where words are confused or interchanged incorrectly.[6] (2) The state of being combined or contaminated due to the interaction of pure consciousness with external objects.[7] (3) The state in which elements or objects coexist together without losing their individual functions.[8] (4) A condition in which the distinguishing characteristics of entities are obscured.[9] (5) It describes the intertwining nature of the substance with the universal, suggesting confusion or blending between the two concepts.[10]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) Describing something that is combined with undesirable traits or influences, leading to a loss of purity.[11] (2) Referring to commodities that are combined with others, particularly of inferior quality, such as saffron mixed with the kusumbha flower.[12] (3) A state in which elemental substances combine, leading to a blending of their qualities.[13]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) Describes the entanglement or confusion of items, leading to the misunderstanding between Devayani and Sarmishtha regarding their garments.[14]
From: Anugita (English translation)
(1) The state in which the three qualities of goodness, passion, and darkness are intertwined and cannot be distinctly separated.[15]
From: Harshacharita (socio-cultural Study)
(1) Mixed-up refers to the social interactions and relationships that transcend caste boundaries.[16]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) The process by which elements are combined together, making up the gross elements that constitute physical matter.[17]
The concept of Mixed up in scientific sources
"Mixed up" signifies the market confusion surrounding Phyllanthus species, as various types are inaccurately sold under identical names, leading to misunderstandings and misidentifications among consumers and sellers alike.
From: AYU (Journal of Research in Ayurveda)
(1) Referring to the confusion in the market where different species of Phyllanthus are sold under the same name.[18]