Significance of Nature
Synonyms: Environment, Natural world, Wilderness, Ecosystem, Flora and fauna, Landscape, Countryside
In Dutch: Natuur; In Finnish: Luonto; In Spanish: Naturaleza
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Buddhist concept of 'Nature'
In Buddhism, Nature encompasses the essential qualities that characterize beings and phenomena, facilitating their identification and classification, thus emphasizing the interconnectedness and intrinsic properties of all existence.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) The inherent characteristics or qualities that define an entity and its ability to be categorized.[1] (2) The inherent characteristics or essence of something, discussed in the context of the operation's assumptions.[2] (3) describes the essential qualities or characteristics that differentiate one entity from another, particularly in context of the indicator and producer.[3]
From: Shurangama Sutra (with commentary) (English)
(1) The nature refers to the fundamental characteristics of existence, suggesting that things are not obstructed or fixed, but fluid and interconnected.[4]
Hindu concept of 'Nature'
In Hinduism, Nature encompasses divine qualities, the essence of the physical world, and a multifaceted force categorized as Vidya and two forms of Avidya, highlighting the complexity of existence and spirituality.
From: Anugita (English translation)
(1) The inherent qualities and characteristics that define the physical world and existence.[5]
From: Brihaddharma Purana (abridged)
(1) The encompassing force divided into three types: Vidya and two kinds of Avidya.[6]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) The inherent qualities or characteristics of an entity, in this context referring to divine nature.[7] (2) Describes the inherent qualities or characteristics associated with the elephants mentioned.[8]
From: Mandukya Upanishad
(1) The inherent qualities or characteristics that define the arguments presented by the disputants.[9]
The concept of Nature in local and regional sources
Nature encompasses the natural environment and one's essence, representing a state of authenticity and simplicity. Influential thinkers, such as Rousseau, emphasized the importance of reconnecting with Nature for a more genuine existence.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The natural environment or essence, which some philosophers, like Rousseau, urged society to reconnect with for authenticity and simplicity.[10]