Significance of Purified

The term Purified across various spiritual traditions signifies a state of cleansing from faults, negativity, and impurities through dedicated practices. In Buddhism, it encompasses both the removal of defects in spiritual practices and achieving spiritual purity. In Vaishnavism, it reflects moral cleansing and the removal of false ego. Similarly, other traditions like Purana, Dharmashastra, and Rasashastra emphasize the rituals and processes necessary to attain this state. Overall, Purified represents a transformative journey towards spiritual and moral clarity.1
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Synonyms: Untainted

In Dutch: Gezuiverd; In Finnish: Puhdistettu; In Spanish: Purificado; In German: Gereinigt

The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.

Buddhist concept of 'Purified'

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In Buddhism, "Purified" signifies a spiritual state attained through the removal of afflictions and impurities, emphasizing self-effort and spiritual practice to cleanse faults, ultimately leading to enlightenment and growth.

Significance in Buddhism (general):

From: The Great Chariot

(1) The state of being cleansed from faults and negativity through spiritual practice.[1]

Significance in Theravada (major branch of Buddhism):
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From: Dhammapada (translated from the Pali)

(1) The state of being cleansed from impurities or evil, which is achieved through one's own effort.[2]

Theravada is a major branch of Buddhism having the the Pali canon (tipitaka) as their canonical literature, which includes the vinaya-pitaka (monastic rules), the sutta-pitaka (Buddhist sermons) and the abhidhamma-pitaka (philosophy and psychology).

Hindu concept of 'Purified'

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In Hinduism, "Purified" signifies cleansing through rituals, including the use of cow products, spiritual freedom from ego and sin, and preparing materials for medicinal use, ultimately achieving moral and spiritual purity.

Significance in Dharmashastra (religious law):
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From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi

(1) The state achieved by the woman following the prescribed punishments, to cleanse her of the perceived taint brought about by the offending male's actions.[3] (2) The state of being cleansed from sin or guilt, achievable by following specific rituals and practices as outlined in the text.[4] (3) Achieving spiritual cleanliness or clearance from sins, especially after performing specific rituals.[5]

From: Apastamba Dharma-sutra

(1) The process of becoming free from sin, enabling a return to spiritual and social normalcy after fulfilling penalties.[6]

Dharmashastra contains the instructions (shastra) regarding religious conduct of livelihood (dharma), ceremonies, jurisprudence (study of law) and more. It is categorized as smriti, an important and authoritative selection of books dealing with the Hindu lifestyle.

Significance in Vaishnavism (Vaishava dharma):
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From: Garga Samhita (English)

(1) This term indicates the process of cleansing or making something free from impurities, specifically relating to the family mentioned.[7] (2) The outcome of the merchant's experience, signifying a cleansing of sins despite prior wrongdoing.[8]

From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)

(1) The state of being cleansed from false ego and material associations, allowing for true spiritual function.[9]

From: Chaitanya Bhagavata

(1) A state of being cleansed or made pure, particularly in a spiritual or moral sense, as mentioned in relation to the ten directions through the remembrance of Govindananda.[10]

Vaishnava or vaishnavism (vaishnavism) represents a tradition of Hinduism worshipping Vishnu as the supreme Lord. Similar to the Shaktism and Shaivism traditions, Vaishnavism also developed as an individual movement, famous for its exposition of the dashavatara (‘ten avatars of Vishnu’).

Significance in Rasashastra (chemistry and alchemy):
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From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 4: Iatrochemistry

(1) The state that various materials must reach before they can be considered safe for medicinal use, involving processes such as incineration.[11]

From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 2: Minerals (uparasa)

(1) The state achieved by boiling Kapardi or cowri with kanji for three hours.[12]

From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 3: Metals, Gems and other substances

(1) The result of a process aimed at cleansing or making the leaves of bell-metal free from impurities.[13]

Rasashastra is an important branch of Ayurveda, specialising in chemical interactions with herbs, metals and minerals. Some texts combine yogic and tantric practices with various alchemical operations. The ultimate goal of Rasashastra is not only to preserve and prolong life, but also to bestow wealth upon humankind.

Significance in Vyakarana (Sanskrit grammar):
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From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari

(1) The state that vessels must achieve through the cleansing process, indicating they are made clean and fit for use.[14]

Vyakarana refers to Sanskrit grammar and represents one of the six additional sciences (vedanga) to be studied along with the Vedas. Vyakarana concerns itself with the rules of Sanskrit grammar and linguistic analysis in order to establish the correct context of words and sentences.