Significance of Other man
The term "Other man" has two distinct interpretations according to Kavya and Vedanta. In Kavya's perspective, it refers to a character questioned by the king within a narrative. Conversely, Vedanta views "Other man" as a representation of an alternative source of help or shelter, indicating the speaker's quest for assistance outside of themselves. Both interpretations highlight the theme of seeking support or understanding from external figures or forces.
Synonyms: Another man
In Finnish: Toinen mies; In Dutch: Andere man
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Buddhist concept of 'Other man'
In Buddhism, the term "Other man" signifies individuals experiencing similar disordered perceptions, highlighting the shared nature of human suffering and the relativity of experiences among those facing comparable afflictions.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) Refers to the individual who shares a similar condition of disordered vision, emphasizing the relativity of experience among people with similar afflictions.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Other man'
In Hinduism, "Other man" signifies a narrative character questioned by a king, symbolizing the search for external support or refuge, reflecting the speaker's quest for assistance beyond their own capabilities.
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) A man to whom a woman may have emotional or physical attachment, aside from her husband.[2]
From: Kathasaritsagara (the Ocean of Story)
(1) Refers to a character involved in the narrative, who is questioned by the king.[3]
From: Vivekachudamani
(1) Represents any alternative source of help or shelter, signifying the speaker's search for assistance beyond themselves.[4]