Significance of Pleasure
Synonyms: Enjoyment, Delight, Satisfaction, Happiness, Joy, Gratification, Contentment, Amusement, Diversion
In Dutch: Plezier
In Finnish: Ilo
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Buddhist concept of 'Pleasure'
In Buddhism, Pleasure encompasses worldly enjoyment, urges for spiritual transcendence, attachments leading to rebirth, and the joy from authentic experiences, highlighting the duality of pleasure as both a binding force and a source of genuine happiness.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) An incorporeal entity cited as a comparison in the debate about the inconclusiveness of the argument for the eternal nature of Word-Sound.[1]
From: Guhyagarbha Tantra (with Commentary)
(1) The positive sensation or joy derived from genuine offerings and experiences.[2]
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) The desires and attachments that bind individuals to the cycle of rebirth and worldly suffering.[3]
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) The worldly enjoyment that the king urges his sisters to transcend in favor of spiritual practices.[4]
Hindu concept of 'Pleasure'
In Hinduism, Pleasure encompasses a range of positive experiences, including spiritual fulfillment from devotion, enjoyment from hymns, and the satisfaction derived from moral excellence, illustrating its significance in both spiritual and social contexts.
From: Skanda Purana
(1) Various enjoyable experiences or states of happiness promised in the divine realm of Vaikuntha.[5] (2) The joy experienced by the Brahmanas upon hearing of the Lord's return.[6]
From: Agni Purana
(1) The benefits or enjoyment that can be attained through the recitation of certain hymns.[7] (2) Enjoyments or satisfactions that are promised to those who successfully complete the Akhandadvadashi vow.[8]
From: Padma Purana
(1) The spiritual fulfillment and joy that come from devotion to Vishnu in the holy place of Purushottama.[9]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki
(1) The sense of enjoyment or satisfaction Shurpanakha is expected to derive from the assistance of the valiant demons.[10]
From: Vishnu Purana (Taylor)
(1) The feeling expressed by characters in the text as they witness Krishna's victory.[11]
From: Padarthadharmasamgraha and Nyayakandali
(1) A state of happiness or satisfaction that arises from virtues, corresponding to the positive aspects of moral excellence.[12] (2) A quality associated with joy or satisfaction, categorized as an immaterial thing.[13] (3) A quality that represents a feeling of enjoyment or satisfaction, included in the seventeen qualities of the Sutra.[14] (4) A positive experience or sensation resulting from certain interactions that does not stem from like qualities in its origins.[15] (5) A state of happiness or satisfaction produced by the conjunction of the Self with the Mind.[16]
From: Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu
(1) The feeling experienced by the desirous woman upon embracing Krishna, indicating joy and fulfillment.[17] (2) The joy experienced by friends upon receiving the flute's sounds, which convey messages about Krishna.[18]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) The state of satisfaction and joy that Lord Krishna aims to bring to the cows and gopis through his divine actions.[19]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) A feeling of enjoyment or satisfaction that can arise from spiritual experiences.[20]
From: Brahma Sutras (Shankara Bhashya)
(1) A state of satisfaction or enjoyment regarding the practice of Vidyas.[21]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The various joys or delights that are considered rewards given to individuals.[22]
Jain concept of 'Pleasure'
In Jainism, Pleasure signifies the satisfaction from worldly affairs, creating attachment and bondage in Samsara, while sensory indulgences divert focus from spiritual discernment and goals, ultimately leading to suffering when lost.
From: Uttaradhyayana Sutra
(1) Sensory or emotional indulgences which can distract one from achieving discernment and spiritual goals.[23] (2) Earthly enjoyment that creates attachment and leads to bondage in the cycle of Samsara.[24]
From: Acaranga-sutra
(1) The enjoyment or satisfaction gained from worldly affairs, often difficult to reject and associated with pain when lost.[25]
The concept of Pleasure in local and regional sources
Pleasure encompasses positive emotions and enjoyment, manifesting in the rewards from devotion, shared experiences of couples in luxury, and as a central theme in Bharati's exploration of beauty and joy in life.
From: Bhaktavijaya: Stories of Indian Saints
(1) The joys and rewards that come to those devoted to their guru.[26] (2) The enjoyment experienced by the couple as they lived without fear, enjoying their luxury.[27]
From: Triveni Journal
(1) A theme explored by Bharati, highlighting the beauty and joy found in aspects of the world and existence.[28] (2) A positive emotion or sensation that brings enjoyment and happiness.[29]