Significance of Nose
In Dutch: Neus; In Finnish: Nenä; In Spanish: Nariz
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Buddhist concept of 'Nose'
In Buddhism, the nose symbolizes emptiness and impermanence, serving as a sensory organ that reflects the transient nature of existence, similar to the concepts illustrated by the eye and ear.
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) A sensory organ referenced in the discourse to exemplify the impermanence and insubstantiality of existence.[1] (2) The nose (ghrana) is also considered to be empty similar to the eye and ear, illustrating the concept of emptiness.[2]
Hindu concept of 'Nose'
In Hinduism, the nose symbolizes two key aspects: it is a facial feature revered during the magha asterism and also represents ghrana, the vital organ of smell, highlighting its spiritual and sensory significance.
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The fifth of the five sense organs, responsible for the sense of smell.[3] (2) The nose is referred to in the context of punishment for the offense of smelling prohibited odors, leading to a specific punishment.[4]
From: Agni Purana
(1) This facial feature must be shorter than a yava in length.[5] (2) The facial feature to be worshipped in the magha asterism.[6]
From: Amarakoshodghatana of Kshirasvamin (study)
(1) The organ of smell on the face, referred to as ghrana.[7]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) A facial feature that is mentioned for protection from Nakavasini.[8]