Significance of Raw fruit

Raw fruit, in various contexts, holds different meanings. In Jainism, it signifies unprocessed fruits that are considered impure and should be avoided by monks and nuns. Historically in India, raw fruit symbolizes unrefined beauty, suggesting it is ripe for exploration or consumption. From a scientific perspective, raw fruit refers to fruits eaten in their natural state, untouched by cooking or processing. Each definition highlights a different aspect of raw fruit’s significance across culture, religion, and science.

Synonyms: Fresh fruit, Whole fruit

In Dutch: Rauw fruit; In German: Rohes Obst; In Finnish: Raaka hedelmä; In Spanish: Fruta cruda

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Jain concept of 'Raw fruit'

The concept of Raw fruit in local and regional sources

The concept of Raw fruit in scientific sources

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