Significance of Outside
Synonyms: External, Open air, Wilderness, Beyond, Uncovered
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Hindu concept of 'Outside'
In Hinduism, "Outside" signifies non-devotees excluded from kirtana, a journey beyond Vaikuntha, and a shift in perspective for darshana, illustrating both physical separation and a transformative experience.
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) Referring to the external space or area, signifying a shift in perspective or location for the act of darshana.[1] (2) Refers to individuals who were not devotees and were therefore not permitted to participate in the kirtana.[2]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) A direction indicating a location that is external to a particular area, in this context referring to the area beyond Vaikuntha.[3] (2) bahih refers to the position outside as the speaker felt the need to go out after being barred, leading to a new experience.[4]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) The area beyond the homes where the yogurt-mud was present.[5]