Significance of Rupa
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Buddhist concept of 'Rupa'
Rupa in Buddhism refers to physical forms or material aspects influencing mental states, part of the five aggregates, highlighting their transient nature and challenging the notion of self, ultimately emphasizing the understanding of non-self and suffering.
From: Abhidhamma in Daily Life
(1) Material form or appearance that can be experienced by consciousness, arising and falling away.[1] (2) Any material object that impinges on a sense organ, which can be seen, heard, smelled, tasted, or physically sensed.[2]
From: Cetasikas
(1) Material form or physical matter that is produced by certain kamma-formations, specifically the meritorious and demeritorious forms, but not by imperturbable kamma-formations.[3] (2) Materiality or form, one of the aspects maintained by jivitindriya, distinct from the mental phenomena (nama).[4]
From: The Doctrine of Paticcasamuppada
(1) Matter or corporeality, which is often misidentified with the self.[5] (2) Matter or physical form, one of the five aggregates that constitute human experience.[6]
From: A Manual of Abhidhamma
(1) Defined as matter or form, representing one of the two composite factors of being; it is understood to change and perish.[7] (2) Matter, representing the physical aspects of existence as defined in Buddhist philosophy, part of the five aggregates.[8]
From: Patthana Dhamma
(1) Physical forms or aspects that can be desirable or undesirable, influencing mental states and actions.[9]
From: Abhidhamma in Daily Life (by Ashin Janakabhivamsa)
(1) The material form that Arupa Brahmas learn to see as a source of suffering and thus develop a disgust for it.[10]
From: Vinaya (2): The Mahavagga
(1) The physical body, discussed in terms of not being the self.[11]
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) Refers to form or matter; the physical aspect in the five skandhas that Buddhists analyze to understand non-self.[12]
Hindu concept of 'Rupa'
Rupa in Hinduism encompasses the physical form of the divine, the essence of divine presence, associated with key figures like Sakara Mallika, and plays a crucial role in the manifestation of objects and Yantras.
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) form[13] (2) Form; signifies the physical presence or appearance of the divine.[14]
From: Srila Gurudeva (The Supreme Treasure)
(1) Refers to the form of the Supreme Lord; in this context, it is connected to discussions of divine presence.[15]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) The other brother who, along with Sakara Mallika, was blessed by the Lord's gaze.[16]
From: Sahitya-kaumudi by Baladeva Vidyabhushana
(1) The form or quality of the objects being analyzed in relation to atad-guna and tad-guna.[17]
From: Vastu-shastra (Introduction to Indian architecture)
(1) Refers to 'form' which is essential for the tangible manifestation in the production processes of Yantras.[18]
Jain concept of 'Rupa'
In Jainism, Rupa signifies cattle or beast, indicating a possible interpretation of the term as embodying the essence of life and the interconnectedness of living beings within the ethical framework of the religion.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) (रूप, rupa), signifies cattle or beast.[19]
The concept of Rupa in scientific sources
Rupa relates to postnatal symptoms in Low Birth Weight neonates as per Ayurvedic descriptions and also refers to observable disease symptoms, distinguishing them from pre-symptomatic signs of illness.
From: World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
(1) Symptoms associated with Urustambha, including fatigue in the thigh and various sensations such as pain and numbness.[20] (2) The actual signs and symptoms of a disease as defined in Ayurveda, specifically related to types of diarrhea.[21] (3) Rupa refers to 'sight' and is one of the sensory qualities linked to the Agni (fire) Mahabhuta, responsible for visual perception.[22] (4) Roopa includes the signs and symptoms that help in diagnosing Amlapitta and understanding the severity and nature of the disease.[23] (5) The specific symptoms of Gridhrasi, which include pain, stiffness, and tingling sensations in various body parts, particularly in the lower back and legs.[24]
From: International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
(1) Observable manifestations and characteristic signs of a disease, marking its advanced state.[25] (2) Represents specific signs and symptoms or clinical features associated with a disease, crucial for diagnosis.[26] (3) Rupa represents the signs and symptoms of a disease once it has fully manifested, marking the transition from the prodromal phase to disease onset.[27] (4) Signs and symptoms that manifest fully during the progression of a disease, aiding in its diagnosis.[28] (5) The confirmatory signs of a disease manifesting specific symptoms once the disease reaches its vyaktawastha.[29]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Holistic Medicine
(1) Symptoms exhibited postnatally in Low Birth Weight neonates that can be correlated with traditional Ayurvedic descriptions.[30]
From: Ancient Science of Life
(1) Visual quality, addressing the appearance and color of custard.[31]
From: Ayushdhara journal
(1) The characteristic features or signs associated with Panduroga that manifest in patients suffering from the disease.[32]