Significance of Rule
Synonyms: Law, Standard, Principle, Command, Order, Decree, Ordinance
In Spanish: Rekla; In Dutch: Regel; In Finnish: Sääntö
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Buddhist concept of 'Rule'
In Buddhism, Rule is interpreted as a guiding principle that promotes fellowship and devotion, exemplified by Sambara's practices, encouraging harmonious relationships and spiritual unity among practitioners.
From: Mahavastu (great story)
(1) The principle or guideline observed by Sambara, aiming to foster camaraderie and devotion.[1]
From: Shurangama Sutra (with commentary) (English)
(1) Guidelines for proper conduct during the assembly, akin to a compass that ensures the integrity of spiritual practice.[2]
From: Vinaya Pitaka (3): Khandhaka
(1) The governing guideline given by the Lord about how monks should behave regarding meals when invited elsewhere.[3]
Hindu concept of 'Rule'
In Hinduism, Rule signifies the authority of the Ruler over the individual Self, embodying governance as a guiding principle for personal conduct and moral responsibility within the broader context of spiritual development.
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) Refers to the guidelines that authors of the padapatha must follow in their work, indicating that the text is constructed based on human input.[4] (2) A guideline or principle that governs the application of the suffix vati in grammatical contexts.[5]
From: Brahma Sutras (Ramanuja)
(1) The concept of authority or governance represented by the Ruler within over the individual Self.[6]