Significance of Offering made
The term "Offering made" encompasses various ritual and charitable practices in different traditions. According to Purana, it includes presenting gifts in rituals like Shraddha, offerings to deities, and ancestral rituals with significant moral implications. In Theravada, the focus shifts to acts of charity, particularly gifts to the Sangha, often manifesting as alms or support for monks. Both contexts reflect the importance of offering in spiritual and communal life as a means of honor, respect, and support.
Synonyms: Suggestion, Proposition, Submission
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Buddhist concept of 'Offering made'
In Buddhism, Offering made signifies charitable acts or gifts to the Sangha, often as alms or support, reflecting generosity and devotion, essential for sustaining monastic life and promoting spiritual growth.
From: Maha Buddhavamsa—The Great Chronicle of Buddhas
(1) A charitable act or gift given to members of the Sangha, typically in the form of alms or support for their monastic life.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Offering made'
In Hinduism, offerings encompass presenting gifts in rituals like Shraddha for rewards, physically giving items to deities as honor, and ancestral offerings symbolizing transgression, exemplified by Hiranyakashipu's actions against righteousness.
From: Padma Purana
(1) The act of presenting gifts or substances in a ritual context, especially during Shraddha, believed to yield significant rewards.[2] (2) The physical act of giving, such as food or flowers, as a token of honor to a deity.[3]
From: Bhagavata Purana
(1) Ritualistic offerings made to ancestors which were consumed by Hiranyakashipu, highlighting his transgression against the righteous.[4]
From: Chandogya Upanishad (Shankara Bhashya)
(1) The action of dedicating a libation or ritual to spiritual entities, signifying devotion and the desire for harmony and satisfaction.[5]
From: Chandogya Upanishad (english Translation)
(1) The act of presenting something in a ritual context, particularly food or sacrifices.[6]
From: Satapatha-brahmana
(1) The act of offering is related to the fulfillment of spiritual practices directed toward the full and new moon, particularly through libations of ghee to the Mind and Speech.[7]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) The act of giving or presenting something, in this case, made by gopas to Indra.[8]