Significance of Purity
Synonyms: Cleanliness, Innocence, Clarity, Chastity, Integrity, Simplicity, Wholeness, Freshness., Virtue, Wholesomeness.
In Dutch: Zuiverheid; In Finnish: Puhtaus; In Spanish: Pureza; In Portugese: Pureza; In German: Reinheit; In Malay: Kesucian; In Swedish: Renhet; In French: Pureté; In Italian: Purezza; In Polish: Czystość
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Buddhist concept of 'Purity'
In Buddhism, Purity signifies spiritual clarity and moral integrity, achieved through vows, knowledge, and detachment. It's a state free from defilements, reflecting understanding and enlightenment. This involves a clean, compassionate life, essential for liberation, and is sought by the modest.
From: Shurangama Sutra (with commentary) (English)
(1) nor is it eternity, nor bliss, nor true self, nor this.[1] (2) It is achieved by applying the mind to cultivation and practice, ultimately reaching a state where one can perceive the earth, mountains, and rivers transforming into Buddhalands.[2] (3) It is one of the four virtues of nirvana, representing a state of moral and spiritual cleanliness.[3] (4) The state of being free from defilements or impurities, regarded as essential in attaining liberation in Buddhism.[4]
From: Mahayana Mahaparinirvana Sutra
(1) Purity is presented in the text as a state that individuals may question, suggesting its significance as a goal or aspect of spiritual practice within the teachings.[5] (2) A state devoid of defilements, representing spiritual clarity and moral integrity.[6]
From: Lankavatara Sutra
(1) The concept of maintaining a clean and compassionate lifestyle free from the ethical complications associated with meat-eating.[7] (2) A state of being free from mental defilements and impurities, reflecting one's deeper understanding and enlightenment.[8]
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) Achieved by considering dharmas free from bonds, according to the bodhisattva doctrine.[9]
From: Akshayamatinirdesha [english]
(1) The letter is teaching to take upon oneself all the vows, morality, training, qualities of this and austerities in body, speech and thought; while the meaning is knowledge of this.[10]
From: Dhammapada (Illustrated)
(1) A central theme in Buddhism that involves living a life free from moral impurity and attachment, sought after by the modest person in contrast to the shameless individual.[11]
From: Cetasikas
(1) A characteristic of kusala citta indicating freedom from defilements and attachment, resulting in a clear state of mind.[12]
From: Visuddhimagga (the pah of purification)
(1) It is the goal of those in the Victor’s Dispensation, and the exposition aims to guide individuals toward it through virtue and other hard-to-find qualities.[13]
From: Maha Buddhavamsa—The Great Chronicle of Buddhas
(1) The practice of this, ensures that the teachings will endure and perpetuate.[14]
From: Guide to Tipitaka
(1) Purity is a key aspect of the Buddha's teachings within the Infinite Life Sutra, which is associated with the Mahayana School.[15]
From: Hualin International Journal of Buddhist Studies
(1) Much of the thinking of actual Buddhists around the issue of restrictions on meat-eating has been at least as concerned with the purity of the practitioner’s conduct as it has been with compassion for sentient beings.[16]
Hindu concept of 'Purity'
In Hinduism, Purity encompasses various interconnected aspects. It involves being true to one's nature, free from sin and impurities, and maintaining both physical and moral cleanliness. It is crucial for spiritual practices, rituals, and experiencing the divine, as well as for righteous conduct and achieving salvation.
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) The text advises seeking to attain to "purity", both mental and external, indicating the importance of cleanliness and moral integrity.[17] (2) For the Brahmanas, this is in their vows and observances.[18]
From: Devi Bhagavata Purana
(1) Ruru's state of being, which he offers as a means to restore Pramadvara's life through his spiritual merit.[19]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The main theme of the verse revolves around regaining purity after involuntary actions, such as passing bodily refuse, through prescribed rituals like bathing and touching a cow.[20] (2) The text lists purity among the things like wives, gems, learning, virtue, wise sayings, and arts that may be obtained from all sources.[21] (3) It is defined as cleanliness of conduct, which is an essential element for a sacrifice, according to the text.[22] (4) A state achieved through the confession of guilt, as described in the context of the congregation of Brahmanas and Kshatriyas.[23] (5) Maintaining cleanliness both in terms of physical hygiene and moral integrity, especially concerning food.[24]
From: Baudhayana Dharmasutra
(1) A necessary condition for conducting rituals, related to cleanliness and the state's appropriateness of participants and offerings.[25]
From: Gobhila-grihya-sutra
(1) The state of being clean, both physically and spiritually, which is required before performing rituals.[26]
From: Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu
(1) The verse emphasizes purity as a key aspect of bhakti, suggesting a state of being unblemished and virtuous.[27] (2) A quality that contributes to the proper conditions for experiencing madhura-rasa, indicating cleanliness or moral integrity.[28] (3) Indicates a state of cleanliness or untainted quality that enhances the vibhava; during an aesthetic experience, purity is essential for clarity.[29]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) Along with devotion and renunciation, it is the method of worshiping Krishna, the original Supreme Personality of Godhead.[30] (2) The state of being clean or free from impurities, both in a physical and moral sense.[31]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) The state attained by individuals, including merchants and the fallen, when they become liberated from material constraints.[32]
From: Chandogya Upanishad (english Translation)
(1) The state achieved by the brahma priest through silence and mental focus; a necessary condition for effectively purifying the path of the mind.[33]
From: Brahma Sutras (Ramanuja)
(1) It refers to the state that cannot be regained through expiations by those who have committed severe offenses, such as slaying Brahman.[34]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Gaudapa Karika and Shankara Bhashya)
(1) "Purity" is mentioned in association with Atman, indicating a state of being that is free from impurities and defilements, always established in sameness.[35]
From: Yoga-sutras (with Bhoja’s Rajamartanda)
(1) The state of being clean or free from dirt, which in this context relates to the perception that the body is inherently impure.[36]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) A characteristic signifying cleanness or clarity, which also serves as a means to express degrees of excellence or quality.[37]
From: Kautilya Arthashastra
(1) Purity is a vital characteristic of a ministerial officer, and it should be assessed through their interactions, providing insight into their moral integrity and adherence to ethical principles.[38]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) The purity of herbal material, along with identity and genuinity, is a crucial aspect that should be carefully considered during analysis and evaluation processes.[39]
Jain concept of 'Purity'
In Jainism, Purity encompasses several aspects. It's the self-control to reject unearned gifts, a core tenet of Yatidharma. Purity also signifies cleanliness of body, mind, and spirit, and freedom from sin. Furthermore, it can relate to specific states like the palya's emptiness or the purity of water and food.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) Purity (shauca) is perfect purity of control from the refusal of gifts not given, and it is one of the ten divisions of Yatidharma.[40] (2) A dharma principle that signifies cleanliness in body, mind, and spirit.[41] (3) A concept debated in the context of Coksha's teachings regarding the meaning and source of dharma.[42]
From: Bhagavati-sutra (Viyaha-pannatti)
(1) The condition of the palya when it becomes empty and devoid of hair-tips.[43]
From: Sutrakritanga (English translation)
(1) The state of being free from sin or contamination, often linked to the use of water or food.[44]
From: Acaranga-sutra
(1) One should not neglect this, tranquillity, indifference, patience, liberation, uprightness, gentleness, and freedom from worldly cares.[45]
The concept of Purity in local and regional sources
Purity, as described in the text, encompasses moral and spiritual cleanliness. It signifies freedom from sin and corruption, deemed crucial for success and religious practice. It is considered a virtue alongside patience and perseverance, essential for overcoming obstacles and achieving goals.
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) The text questions how to attain purity living this life, and whether we should all go to the forest caves, but the mind must be under control.[46] (2) Purity allows one to get rid of the body idea, and the text mentions that the first sign of the establishment of purity is that you do not care to think you are a body.[47] (3) It is absolutely necessary for any soul to be religious in every way.[48] (4) The speaker dilated at some length on the high code of morality and purity of life that the ethics of Buddha taught, highlighting the importance of ethics.[49] (5) It is a quality upon which the work has been sustained, indicating a state of being unadulterated and free from any impurities.[50]
From: Triveni Journal
(1) This quality is associated with brilliance and a pristine dalliance with processes that require care, contributing to the overall allure and value.[51] (2) A quality that can overpower one when reading Marcus Aurelius's writings, alongside delicacy and virtue.[52]
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) This is a well-known issue of medical and religious anthropology, often associated with an anthropological approach to managing health matters, which includes maintaining bodily integrity, preventing illnesses, and preserving sacredness.[53]
The concept of Purity in scientific sources
Purity encompasses several meanings: the absence of contaminants in substances, adherence to cleanliness and hygiene, and the degree of a substance's pureness. For example, emodin isolated from Rumex acetosa demonstrated higher purity compared to commercially available emodin.
From: Asian Journal of Pharmaceutics
(1) Standardization confirms the identity, quality, this, and efficacy of drugs and formulations.[54] (2) Ensuring the efficacy, safety, and purity of Brahmi are largely dependent on analytical testing.[55] (3) This refers to the absence of contaminants in a substance, which can be examined using differential scanning calorimetry.[56] (4) Purity = A 620/A 280 where amount of C-PC was measured and purity was determined using this formulae.[57]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) To check for purity, the strains were sub-cultured onto nutritional agar, blood agar, MacConkey agar and sabouraud dextrose agar.[58] (2) Purity refers to the degree to which a substance is pure, and emodin isolated from Rumex acetosa had a higher purity than commercially available emodin.[59]
From: Religions Journal (MDPI)
(1) The intertwined and encircled hands of Mary and John may have something to do with "purity", although the context does not fully clarify this aspect.[60] (2) The concept of "purity" is brought back into the picture when considering the dress of a Hollywood star, especially when another celebrity is seen as potentially despoiling it.[61] (3) "Purity" (qingjing 清淨) cultivation discards limited techniques, advocating for the principle of non‑intention and non‑action, which Ma Yu believed can lead one back to the infinite and pure Dao.[62] (4) The provided text mentions that after something is discarded, what is left is considered to be of the utmost purity, which is a significant aspect of the subject being discussed.[63] (5) Yalman's research delves into the concept of the purity of women within the castes of Ceylon and Malabar, exploring its cultural and social implications.[64]
From: Religious Inquiries (Journal)
(1) Purity includes constant ablution, performing obligatory ritual washing, Friday washing, and other religiously-prescribed washings as possible.[65]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) Fluorochloridone (purity > 95.5%) and a FLC standard (purity 99.0%) were purchased from Jiangxi Anlida Chemical Co., Ltd. (Jiangxi, China) and Sigma-Aldrich ( Seelze , Germany).[66]
Classical concept of 'Purity'
From: Legends Of The Gods
(1) The text suggests that purity is an important aspect, quoting Plato's idea that only the pure ought to approach the pure, and relates to religious duty.[67]