Significance of Objective world
The objective world, according to Purana, refers to the external reality perceived by the mind, encompassing a range of transient experiences akin to the sunlight’s effect on a cityscape. It is viewed as separate from the inner subjective experience, and to achieve true abandonment, one must let go of this external reality. The objective world is contingent on subjective consciousness and varies between solid and void states during dreams and waking experiences.
Synonyms: External reality, Physical world, Tangible reality, Empirical world, Real world, External world, Material world
In Dutch: Objectieve wereld; In Finnish: Objektiivinen maailma
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Buddhist concept of 'Objective world'
In Buddhism, the Objective world signifies the perceived external reality that individuals regard as independent. However, this reality is often considered illusory, emphasizing the philosophical notion that our perceptions may not truly reflect the nature of existence.
From: Lankavatara Sutra
(1) The phenomena and experiences perceived through the senses, viewed as manifestations of the mind.[1] (2) The perceived external reality that individuals believe to exist independently, which is said to be illusory in certain philosophical contexts.[2]
Hindu concept of 'Objective world'
In Hinduism, the Objective world refers to the transient external reality shaped by perception, intellect, and consciousness. It embodies material existence perceived separately from inner experiences, ultimately suggesting that true understanding comes through relinquishing attachment to this external reality.
From: Vivekachudamani
(1) The external reality or material existence that one experiences and perceives.[3] (2) The objective world is the external reality or physical universe that is perceived through the senses, which individuals need to transcend for spiritual liberation.[4] (3) The entire external reality that is perceived, which includes the body and sensory organs.[5] (4) The physical or material reality that can be perceived through the senses, often seen as separate from the true Self in spiritual teachings.[6] (5) The world as perceived through the senses, which should be eliminated through reasoning to recognize a deeper truth.[7]
From: Bhagavatpadabhyudaya by Lakshmana Suri (study)
(1) The whole of the objective world is considered a creation of maya, where self alone is the ultimate reality.[8]
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) The realm of existence that can be perceived and understood through external knowledge and senses, as opposed to the subjective self.[9] (2) The external reality perceived by the individual, which is fundamentally intertwined with their sense of ego.[10] (3) The external reality perceived by the mind, which reflects transient ideas that appear and vanish like sunlight affecting a cityscape.[11] (4) The external and material realms of existence, perceived as separate from the inner subjective experience.[12] (5) The external reality that the intellect perceives, which is contingent upon the subjective experience.[13]
From: Yoga-sutras (with Vyasa and Vachaspati Mishra)
(1) The tangible existence of phenomena and objects that are perceived and reported by individuals using their senses.[14] (2) The outside reality consisting of all perceivable entities, often questioned by certain philosophies.[15]
From: Yoga-sutras (Vedanta Commentaries)
(1) The objective world relates to external stimuli that invoke the will to desire.[16]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) The perceived reality that exists in consciousness and is integral to understanding the nature of existence.[17]
From: Shaiva Upanishads (A Critical Study)
(1) The external reality that is separate from spiritual understanding, which is obscured by ignorance.[18]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 5: Treatment of various afflictions
(1) In sleep (nidra), the fatigue of the mind is followed by the fatigue of the sense-organs and their consequent withdrawal from the objective world.[19]