Significance of Relationship

The concept of Relationship in various philosophical and spiritual traditions emphasizes the connections and dependencies between entities. In Tibetan Buddhism, it encompasses specific associations between entities and their meanings, while Vaishnavism highlights the bond between individuals and the divine. Vedanta draws connections between different elements, and Dharmashastra focuses on familial ties. Theravada discusses the motivations behind personal transformations, and India's historical perspective emphasizes interpersonal interactions as mirrors for self-discovery. Each tradition provides a unique interpretation of relationship dynamics.1
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Synonyms: Connection, Link, Bond, Partnership, Alliance, Interaction, Affiliation, Attachment

In Dutch: Relatie; In Finnish: Suhde; In Spanish: Relación; In German: Beziehung

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Buddhist concept of 'Relationship'

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In Buddhism, "Relationship" encompasses the connections among words and meanings, interdependent entities, and specific bonds, illustrating how these associations shape understanding and perceptions, emphasizing the interlinked nature of existence and cognition.

Significance in Tibetan Buddhism (Vajrayana or tantric Buddhism):
Tibetan Buddhism Books

From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]

(1) The concept that describes connections or dependencies between entities, which can neither exist independently in an entity nor in a non-entity.[1] (2) The connections or associations between various entities or cognitions as referenced in the discussion about succession.[2] (3) The connection or association established between a word and its meaning or denotation.[3] (4) The specific connection or association that is being discussed and analyzed, particularly in terms of how it functions or is perceived.[4] (5) The connection or association between the word and its meaning, which is indicated but not directly aligned according to the Buddhist perspective.[5]

Tibetan Buddhism includes schools such as Nyingma, Kadampa, Kagyu and Gelug. Their primary canon of literature is divided in two broad categories: The Kangyur, which consists of Buddha’s words, and the Tengyur, which includes commentaries from various sources. Esotericism and tantra techniques (vajrayana) are collected indepently.

Significance in Theravada (major branch of Buddhism):
Theravada Books

From: Maha Buddhavamsa—The Great Chronicle of Buddhas

(1) The bond between Naliaka and Kaliadevila who is motivating Nalaka to become a recluse.[6]

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 'Relationship'

Hinduism Books

In Hinduism, "Relationship" encompasses various forms of connections, including elemental associations like air and water, familial ties between parents and children, and the spiritual bond of devotion between the divine and devotees.

Significance in Dharmashastra (religious law):
Dharmashastra Books

From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi

(1) Describes the connection between the child and the parents, particularly concerning ownership and belonging.[7]

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 Vedanta (school of philosophy):
Vedanta Books

From: Chandogya Upanishad (english Translation)

(1) Refers to the connections or associations drawn between different elements, such as air and water in the context of the Sama Veda.[8]

Vedanta refers to a school of orthodox Hindu philosophy (astika), drawing its subject-matter from the Upanishads. There are a number of sub-schools of Vedanta, however all of them expound on the basic teaching of the ultimate reality (brahman) and liberation (moksha) of the individual soul (atman).

Significance in Vaishnavism (Vaishava dharma):
Vaishnavism Books

From: Chaitanya Bhagavata

(1) Refers to the connection and bond between the Lord, Acyuta, and Advaita Acarya, indicating both kinship and devotion.[9]

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’).

The concept of Relationship in scientific sources

Science Books

The keyphrase "Relationship" describes how the chakras interact with Vata dosha in Ayurveda, signifying their interconnectedness and impact on health, emphasizing the holistic nature of wellness in this traditional system.

Significance in Scientific journals, articles, etc.:

From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences

(1) This refers to the association or connection between two or more variables, such as the relationship between the development of adverse drug reactions and patients' characteristics.[10] (2) These are connections between individuals that could potentially influence their professional decisions, which are not present in this case.[11]

This section includes scientific research in the field of healthcare, often involving traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha and Holistic health. It includes papers from scientific journals classified as either original, clinical or experimental research, review articles or case reports.

Plural form: Relationships.