Significance of Present
Synonyms: Gift, Donation, Offering, Performance, Appearance, Current, Existing, Contemporary, Contribution, Grant
In Malay: Hadir; In Dutch: Cadeau; In Finnish: Esittää; In Spanish: Presente; In Portugese: Presente; In Italian: Presente; In German: Gegenwärtig; In Swedish: Presentera; In French: Présent; In Polish: Obecny
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Buddhist concept of 'Present'
In Buddhism, "Present" encompasses the current time frame where Buddhas reside and teach, characterized by existence and impermanence. It is a dynamic moment, understood through the Buddha's knowledge, and is linked to the past and future within the cycle of Samsara.
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) The present is discussed in the text as one of the three times, in relation to tathata, dharmata, and anutpadakoti.[1] (2) Present is a reference to knowledges that are developed in the current moment, as opposed to future knowledges, in the context of the darshanamarga.[2] (3) One of the times in which the Buddhas reside on the Gridhrakutaparvata.[3] (4) This describes the Buddhas of the current time, also known as pratyurpannabuddha, who are preceded by and will be followed by countless Buddhas of the past and future.[4] (5) The Buddha's understanding of the present is acquired through his knowledge, and this understanding is without any obstruction or hindrance, encompassing the past, present, and future.[5]
From: Mahayana Mahaparinirvana Sutra
(1) The time in which one can say that one hears now, and also, the time which is not of the Three Times, and the time in which one cannot say that one has heard.[6] (2) The time when beings will say that the Tathagata has ultimately entered Nirvana or that he has not ultimately entered Nirvana, and when the Buddha-Nature is not present, and the time when the Buddha is speaking.[7]
From: Shurangama Sutra (with commentary) (English)
(1) The present never stays fixed, so the present mind cannot be obtained when searching for the mind in the three periods of time, as it has already become the past.[8]
From: Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva (Sutra of the Great Vow)
(1) The present is a time when sentient beings can make offerings in their dwellings and receive benefits, as well as when good men and women can keep sutras and images of bodhisattvas.[9]
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) Gifts or rewards given to the brahmin, which he demanded in exchange for commending the smiths' work.[10]
From: A Manual of Abhidhamma
(1) This refers to the present time frame, and it is one of the three periods, and it is when the eight factors are present, as the text describes.[11]
From: The Doctrine of Paticcasamuppada
(1) The rotation of this, along with Past and Future, is seen from the standpoint of space and time in the context of Samsara.[12]
From: Vinaya Pitaka (3): Khandhaka
(1) This describes the state of the accused monk when they are available during a formal act.[13]
From: Vinaya Pitaka (4): Parivara
(1) The rule of training was established to restrain cankers, dreadful actions, blamable actions, fears and unskilled things of this time.[14]
From: Visuddhimagga (the pah of purification)
(1) The text refers to materiality whether it is in the past, future or present. It is impermanent in the sense of destruction since it is destroyed here.[15]
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) Relates to the current time, during which certain arts can bring about the knowledge of what is passing in another person's mind.[16] (2) It is one of the states in which a form is considered to exist, alongside the past and future.[17] (3) This is the time that the Veda can make known, along with the past, future, subtle, and hidden aspects.[18] (4) The only characteristic of the ‘present’ is that it should be existent.[19] (5) The current time, defined as the moment that is alive or active at any given instant.[20]
From: Blue Annals (deb-ther sngon-po)
(1) The text describes the offering of presents, including horses, indicating a practice of gift-giving to show respect, devotion, or gratitude.[21]
Hindu concept of 'Present'
In Hinduism, "Present" signifies the current moment, encompassing the now and its impact. It reflects time, knowledge, and the visibility of objects. It also relates to offerings, gifts, and the state of existence, including the mind's domain and the perception of reality.
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) This refers to the events and circumstances that are currently occurring in the lives of the residents of Bharata and other regions.[22] (2) The king made presents of honey, clarified butter, auspicious fruits, a nishka of gold, steeds, robes and other items.[23] (3) The Present is one aspect of a divine being described by Markandeya, along with the Past and the Future.[24] (4) The present is something that, along with the future, is known to the puissant monarch.[25] (5) Refers to the current time or circumstance in which the described actions or feelings are taking place.[26]
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) This refers to the time one should use manly exertions to improve, rather than dwelling on the past.[27] (2) Gifts exchanged during the wedding, serving as tokens of love and commitment between the bride and groom.[28]
From: Vishnu Purana
(1) The text provides an account of the different Vyasas in the present Manvantara, and the branches which they have taught, according to the text.[29]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Shastri)
(1) Present is the current time and situation that Javali encourages Rama to enjoy, emphasizing the importance of experiencing the world and its pleasures.[30]
From: Laghu-yoga-vasistha
(1) An individual concerns themselves with this specific time, which leads to reaching a certain state.[31]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) The present, according to the verse, is another time dimension that Balarama is able to see using his transcendental eyes.[32] (2) This describes the ongoing moment, the current state of affairs, which the individual with spiritual vision states that they are able to understand and perceive.[33] (3) the state of being existent or available at a particular time.[34] (4) bhavad represents the current moment or state of existence.[35] (5) Refers to the state of the children being available or there at the time of the incident in question.[36]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) Existing or occurring in a particular place. It indicates a state of being in attendance or existence at a specific location or within a certain context, implying a form of availability.[37] (2) These are items given to someone as a gift, typically to show appreciation, affection, or to celebrate a special occasion.[38]
From: Prem Sagar (English translation)
(1) Gifts given by Nanda Jee during the celebrations.[39]
From: Tiruvaymoli (Thiruvaimozhi): English translation
(1) The present is one of the time frames in which the tender girl claims to dominate all acts, alongside the past and future, indicating a comprehensive control over all actions.[40]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The word 'present' describes the wife's status as a gift from the gods, suggesting that she is not obtained through the husband's own will or effort, but rather divinely bestowed upon him.[41] (2) Offerings of fruits and similar items given to the king, likely as a gesture of respect or allegiance.[42] (3) Gifts that are to be made by the king to Brahmanas, even for the purpose of enabling them to perform certain rites.[43] (4) Gifts or rewards used as a strategy to influence those who exhibit greed.[44] (5) Gifts or offerings that may be exchanged or received during the marriage process, notably by the father of the bride in the context of mutual desire.[45]
From: Brahma Sutras (Shankaracharya)
(1) The present is one of the domains to which the mind, or manas, extends, along with the past and the future, as the text describes the mind's function.[46] (2) This refers to the current period of time, and the uniformity of the past, present, and future is assumed by individuals, according to the text.[47] (3) The present is a temporal state of knowledge, which changes the object of knowledge, but the knowing agent, the Self, remains constant because of its eternal presence.[48]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Gaudapa Karika and Shankara Bhashya)
(1) The current moment in time that one experiences and lives in.[49]
From: Katha Upanishad with Shankara’s Commentary
(1) What is not conditioned by time, representing the current moment independent from past or future.[50]
From: Vivekachudamani
(1) This is the time that is happening now, which is viewed without any particular feeling by someone who is liberated.[51]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) The power is already there, but it requires the presence of the object to become manifest, such as when something is present to be screened or cut.[52] (2) The power that manifests and reveals objects.[53] (3) The state or condition of something that has begun but is not yet complete, contrasting with residual traces or future intentions.[54] (4) The current moment in time, where objects are made visible through the power of permission.[55] (5) The current moment in time that enables visibility and perception, symbolically representing light.[56]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) This describes the presence of exfoliation, which is documented in the Clinical findings section, providing additional information about the patient's overall health status, as stated.[57]
From: Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine
(1) It is one of the three phases pertaining to three types of inference, where both Banhi and Dhumra exist at the time of inference.[58]
From: Hayanaratna: The Jewel of Annual Astrology
(1) This is the current time frame when the results of a planetary aspect are occurring, determined by the relative positions of the slower and faster planets.[59]
Jain concept of 'Present'
In Jainism, the Present signifies a crucial timeframe. It involves an individual's experience, potentially marked by a lack of past recall, leading to inquiries about existence and time. Moreover, it is the moment for practicing specific modes and means.
From: Acaranga-sutra
(1) The text mentions that some individuals do not recall what occurred before the present, posing inquiries about the past and future, reflecting on the concept of time and the nature of existence.[60]
From: Bhagavati-sutra (Viyaha-pannatti)
(1) This is a time frame that is discussed in the text, which describes desisting in the present, in this case, with different modes and means.[61]
From: Sutrakritanga (English translation)
(1) The text contrasts those who only enjoy this with those who think of the future, noting that the former will repent later.[62]
From: Tattvartha Sutra (with commentary)
(1) The present consists of one instant, but it is also part of a continuum that includes infinite instants when considering the past and future.[63]
The concept of Present in local and regional sources
"Present" encompasses the now, the current moment, and the only reality where action exists. It signifies both the immediate and the temporal, including current economic situations, dynamic experiences, and personal perceptions. It is a line between the past and future, where the author encourages readers to live and focus.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) Present is one of the three main divisions of time, representing the current moment in the flow of temporal existence and experience.[64] (2) This is moulded by the past, indicating that prior events and influences have a significant impact on shaping current circumstances and realities.[65] (3) The current moment which is characterized as transient or fleeting, standing in contrast to a memory and the anticipation of what is to come.[66] (4) The text refers to the current time, suggesting that "present" is a temporary farewell, implying a future reunion.[67] (5) It is presented as the only temporal dimension that is visible, contrasting with the past and future, suggesting that only the current moment can be directly experienced.[68]
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) It describes Miss MacLeod's location in Japan.[69] (2) This refers to a temporary time frame during which a small bungalow is sufficient, before a permanent site is found.[70] (3) The present is when the worship of Shri Ramakrishna should be established and continued in the house of Biligiri, indicating a temporal reference.[71] (4) A line of demarkation between the past and future, in which the two tendencies in man determine their future.[72] (5) This is something that the senses only know, and it signifies both past and future, and all three are only demarcations of time, which would be unknown if it were not for something above the senses.[73]
From: Village Folk-tales of Ceylon (Sri Lanka), vol. 1-3
(1) Items given by the man to the Kadawara Vedas after they had eaten, drunk, and danced until it became light, before sending them away.[74]
The concept of Present in scientific sources
Present, as defined in the text, signifies the current situation faced by exiles. It emphasizes the immediate challenges they must navigate, highlighting the present circumstances as a focal point for their experiences and struggles.
From: Religions Journal (MDPI)
(1) The passage explains that the "present" is not merely the past completed, but a creatively unfinished state, pregnant with the future and still resonating with the influences of the past.[75] (2) The term "Present" is one way to characterize the second person "Thou" in mystical traditions, referring to the one who is present.[76] (3) It remains the only time that could be enacted, and the portal of Besse is experienced in it.[77]
From: Religious Inquiries (Journal)
(1) This is where the individual exists with worldly objects in a relationship between the future and past; resoluteness brings itself into the Situation by making it.[78]
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) This concept highlights the importance of focusing on the current moment, as opposed to being preoccupied with the past or future, impacting individual well-being and lifestyle choices.[79]
From: South African Journal of Psychiatry
(1) This is the current situation that exiles are facing, and they must deal with the challenges of the present.[80]
Classical concept of 'Present'
From: The Odyssey of Homer (English translation)
(1) A gift promised in exchange for revealing a name, described as something that would be glad to have.[81] (2) Presents are given to Ulysses by Autolycus and his sons after he is healed, and they represent the bond of family and the generosity of those who care for him.[82] (3) Gifts given to Penelope by the suitors in an attempt to win her favor, which she encourages to exploit their wealth.[83] (4) Presents are given to Telemachus by Menelaus and Helen as tokens of hospitality, signifying the importance of guest-friendship and goodwill.[84]
From: The Authoress of the Odyssey
(1) Presents are the gifts that the suitors are encouraged to give to Penelope as part of the wooing process, which she cleverly tries to extract from them.[85] (2) Menelaus insists that Telemachus receive the presents that were waiting Telemachus’s acceptance, demonstrating hospitality and adherence to propriety.[86] (3) The presents, including tripods, cauldrons, gold, and raiment, are bestowed upon Ulysses by the Phaeacians and later hidden by Minerva in a cave in Ithaca.[87] (4) Presents, including a shirt, cloak, gold, and a sword, are given to Ulysses as a sign of hospitality and to ensure he has provisions for his journey home.[88]
From: The Nicomachean Ethics of Aristotle
(1) The activity of the present is considered pleasant, alongside the hope of the future and the memory of the past, with the most enjoyable experiences being those that depend on active engagement.[89]