Significance of Season
Synonyms: Period, Time, Phase, Cycle, Interval, Stage, Quarter, Term, Spell
In Finnish: Kausi; In Malay: Musim; In Dutch: Seizoen; In Spanish: Estación; In German: Jahreszeit; In Swedish: Säsong; In French: Saison; In Italian: Stagione; In Portugese: Temporada; In Polish: Sezon
The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.
Buddhist concept of 'Season'
Based on the text, in Buddhism, "Season" likely relates to a specific aspect needing explanation. It's connected to instructions for nuns' conduct, suggesting it could pertain to periods or times relevant to their practice, potentially outlining expected behavior during those times.
From: Vinaya Pitaka (3): Khandhaka
(1) This refers to something that should be explained, according to the text, within the context of instructions given to the nuns regarding their conduct.[1]
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) The text uses this term to describe the proper times, driven with a thorough knowledge of them, symbolizing the importance of acting with awareness and understanding of circumstances.[2]
Hindu concept of 'Season'
In Hinduism, "Season" encompasses multifaceted meanings: a blessing, a measure of time, a natural phenomenon influenced by Vata, and a cyclical division of the year. It's linked to rituals, deities, climatic changes, health, and the natural order, reflecting time's continuous cycles and impact on life.
From: Satapatha-brahmana
(1) The seasons are equated with the Prishtha-stotras and the year, which is where the Sacrificer establishes himself after ascending from the Ekavimsha, signifying a connection to cyclical time.[3] (2) These were created and were different, but they united with their forms. The formulas of the seasonal bricks begin in a different way but end in the same way.[4] (3) The seasons are connected to the thirteen months of a year, on which the deceased is established as on a firm foundation using thirteen bricks.[5] (4) The seasons are divided into two groups, with spring, summer, and the rainy season representing those who vanquished Vritra, while autumn, winter, and the dewy season represent those recalled to life.[6] (5) The seasons are the netting, for by means of the seasons the year is able to exist, so Agni is carried by the seasons, and there are six seasons.[7]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The season, particularly referencing the rains, is mentioned because portents are generally not regarded as such during this time, although the rule still applies.[8] (2) The text mentions that the appropriate "season" for a king to declare war is when he feels confident in his power, possesses courage to defeat his enemy, and when his subjects are prosperous.[9] (3) They are referred to as the grand-father of the people.[10] (4) Refers to specific times when certain actions, such as intercourse with one's spouse, are permitted; indicates the regulated lifestyle necessary for a Householder.[11] (5) Refers to the specific time period associated with a woman's menstrual cycle during which certain abstentions are emphasized.[12]
From: Asvalayana-grihya-sutra
(1) A blessing invoked during the ceremony as the bride takes steps, symbolizing a connection to time and prosperity.[13] (2) Natural cycles represented in the Ashtaka rituals, indicating reverence for seasonal changes.[14]
From: Paraskara-grihya-sutra
(1) A term that indicates a cyclical aspect of nature and life, included in the words as she takes her steps.[15]
From: Baudhayana Dharmasutra
(1) A specific time when performing Ganahomas can sanctify ancestors and descendants, highlighting the importance of timing in rituals.[16]
From: Sankhayana-grihya-sutra
(1) The text implores that summer, winter, spring, autumn, and the rainy season be well-ordered and provide safe protection that may last through a hundred years; these are the requested "seasons".[17]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) The Seasons, as divisions of the year, are included among the cosmic elements whose names offer purification.[18] (2) The seasons are described as Krishna's senses, linking him to the cyclical changes and rhythms of nature.[19] (3) A specific time for procreation, during which the fowler engages with his wife, demonstrating adherence to tradition and responsible family life.[20] (4) Became its Amukarsha for the car.[21] (5) Vasudeva says that he is the fortnight; he is the seasons; he is the two twilights; he is the year.[22]
From: Harivamsha Purana
(1) Seasons are among the entities over which Vatsara was appointed as king, highlighting his role in regulating the passage of time.[23] (2) Season is a period of time consisting of two months, and three seasons make up one Ayana, fitting into a larger annual cycle.[24]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Griffith)
(1) The seasons are brought forth at the call of the universal sire.[25]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) The year is categorized into six distinct periods, each marked by specific climatic variations; these include Varsha, Sarad, Hemant, Shishir, Vasant, and Grishma.[26] (2) Seasons are associated with the accumulation, provocation, and pacification of Tridosha, such as Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, in Ayurveda.[27] (3) These are very visible in the environment and influence human bodies.[28] (4) There are changes evident in the environment and bio-life around us, with changes impacting the body.[29] (5) This is a factor contributing to communicable diseases, as mentioned under Janapadoddhvams.[30]
From: Charaka Samhita (English translation)
(1) The six aspects of time that represent the varying gradation of preponderance or paucity of the proto-elements, which can influence tastes.[31] (2) This is a natural phenomenon, where its variations are attributed to the normal functioning of Vata, influencing the environment.[32]
From: Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine
(1) Kaala, or season, is a factor that is considered during dravya sangrahana.[33] (2) Season of collection of the used part of a plant plays an important role to assure the quality of the drug and in the criteria for standardization.[34]
From: History of Indian Medicine (and Ayurveda)
(1) This is one of the factors that can affect people in common, and it can be a source of vitiation.[35]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) These are different names given to a singular entity, resulting from variations in its activity, such as the production of diverse flowers.[36] (2) These are determined by Time and are considered the abode of Time itself.[37] (3) This is a conventional measurement that is defined similarly to other measurements like a night or a moment.[38] (4) Refers to the four divisions of the year characterized by distinct climate patterns; involves differences in nature and time.[39] (5) A distinct period of the year characterized by specific weather patterns and daylight hours, used to categorize Time.[40]
From: Brahma Sutras (Shankaracharya)
(1) The seasons are mentioned in the text to show how the same beings again appear in the different yugas, just as the various signs of the seasons return in succession in their due time.[41]
From: Mundaka Upanishad with Shankara’s Commentary
(1) The seasons do not transgress by the commands of the Atman, as mentioned in the provided text, which discusses the Atman's glory and influence over various aspects.[42]
From: Bharadvaja-srauta-sutra
(1) The seasons, including spring, summer, rains, autumn, winter, and cold season, are mentioned in formulas associated with the Prayajas.[43] (2) The seasons are mentioned in relation to the Ritu cups, and the Adhvaryu and Pratiprasthatri give out calls with regard to the Ritu cups, connecting them to the seasons.[44]
From: Hayanaratna: The Jewel of Annual Astrology
(1) The season is a temporal factor considered when noting the commencement of the year, forming part of the method of creating an annual horoscope, in addition to other elements.[45]
Jain concept of 'Season'
In Jainism, a Season is a two-month period marking yearly divisions based on climate or astronomy. It signifies a cyclical arrangement, grouping months into distinct units. These periods help organize the year.
From: Bhagavati-sutra (Viyaha-pannatti)
(1) The cyclical division of the year into distinct periods, which are formed by grouping months together.[46]
The concept of Season in local and regional sources
"Season" denotes a period influencing various aspects. It signifies closures, performance context, and the passage of time through weather cycles. It also relates to environmental events, social engagements, personal preferences, and the impact of the year's cycles.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The seasons have no influence in the land of the Gandharvas, where all is joyful and none is touched by grief or depression, creating a perpetually pleasant environment.[47] (2) Observed periods from passions to reason, involving a journey to a destination near a sea of anesthesia.[48] (3) The season is introduced in the Indian prologue along with the poet and the play, suggesting that the time of year is relevant to the performance and its context.[49] (4) This refers to the cyclical nature of time and change, with the text suggesting the odes are a calendar of them, focusing on beauty, permanence, and human experience.[50] (5) The seasons are mentioned as coming and going, which includes rains, chilly days, autumn, and spring, and it represents the passage of time.[51]
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) This term describes a period when the author had many social engagements.[52] (2) This is another aspect of Baidyanath that the author did not find agreeable, indicating that the time of year did not suit his preferences.[53] (3) A period that is closed, causing the classes and Sunday lectures to be closed, implying a shift in activities tied to the time of year.[54] (4) The writer explains when a particular type of fish appears in a river, indicating a time-related phenomenon in the environment.[55]
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) The text describes the six seasons of the year and how the plants and water change during the year, which influences the morbific factors in human bodies.[56]
From: Gommatsara by Acharya Nemichandra
(1) This period consists of two months, marking a division of the year based on climatic or astronomical changes.[57]
The concept of Season in scientific sources
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) The analysis of EWM demonstrates a shift in the timing of maximum mortality, moving from April to June in earlier years to predominantly March in later periods, suggesting changes in the season associated with peak death rates.[58] (2) This refers to a specific period of the year, in this case, the fall of 2018, during which all data collection for air quality and lung function was strictly confined to maintain comparability.[59] (3) It is observed that the periods of the year were comparable across different urban areas, and the impact on time allocation varied, with minimal differences noted between the cities.[60] (4) Seasons are mentioned as having changes in suicide rates, especially during the spring and summer periods, and it is important to consider holidays as a confounding factor.[61] (5) It is a factor that significantly affects airborne levels of all microorganisms, with contamination being highest during the summer, significantly higher than during the winter.[62]
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) Season is represented by a one-hot code, which is an input feature used in the prediction model to account for seasonal variations that influence power consumption patterns throughout the year.[63] (2) The time of year, characterized by specific weather conditions, introduced into the network structure to assess its potential contribution to the occurrence of traffic incidents.[64] (3) Season is included as a control variable using a dummy variable, acknowledging that the performance of fund issuance might be affected by the time of year.[65] (4) Seasons are a temporal factor which reflect the impact of changes in environmental conditions on users’ behavior.[66] (5) The term season is mentioned in the context of winter, spring, and summer, which seem to be variables in a table, specifically Table A 1.[67]
From: Onderstepoort Journal of Veterinary Research
(1) This refers to the time of year, like cool, dry, or rainy, and is a factor influencing the occurrence of Cryptosporidium infections in different animal populations within the studied districts.[68] (2) This refers to the time of the year when the study was conducted, and the researchers examined whether the season had an impact on parasite prevalence.[69]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) Season refers to the time of year, and seasonal variations can influence the susceptibility of organisms to toxic substances.[70]
From: Asian Journal of Pharmaceutics
(1) The time of year when scorpion stings and snakebites are more likely to occur, such as spring or summer.[71]
From: Religions Journal (MDPI)
(1) These are different in 'A Song of Ice and Fire', with summers lasting for years and winters being as long as a lifetime.[72]
Classical concept of 'Season'
From: Aesop's Fables (English translation)
(1) The Fig-Tree changes its leaves with the seasons, shedding them in the winter, which allows it to avoid damage from accumulating snow, unlike the Olive-Tree, which remains green year-round.[73]