Significance of Self-experience
Self-experience encompasses various interpretations across different philosophies. In Buddhism, it highlights personal understanding through connection to teachings, and realization of sambhogakaya dissolving into dharmakaya. Purana views it as insight into one's true nature via introspection. In Vedanta, self-experience relates to recognizing existence and essence beyond mental filters. Meanwhile, Shaivism describes it as the pure experience of ‘I’, navigating pleasure and pain, influenced by maya and anavamala, ultimately shaping individual reactions and karma.
Synonyms: Personal experience, Individual experience, Self-discovery, Self-awareness, Introspection, Personal insight, Self-knowledge
In Dutch: Zelfervaring
In Finnish: Oma kokemus
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Buddhist concept of 'Self-experience'
Self-experience in Buddhism emphasizes a personal connection to teachings, leading to individual realizations of sambhogakaya. Ultimately, this understanding transcends into dharmakaya, reflecting an intrinsic comprehension of one's own nature.
From: The Great Chariot
(1) An aspect of the retinue that emphasizes the connection between the practitioners and the teachings, implying a personal understanding or realization.[1] (2) The individual realization or understanding of sambhogakaya that ultimately dissolves into the state of dharmakaya when there are no vessels, or students, to perceive it.[2] (3) An intrinsic understanding of one's own nature, particularly in the context of sambhogakaya.[3]
Hindu concept of 'Self-experience'
Self-experience in Hinduism highlights the realization of one's true nature through introspection, revealing the pure 'I' beyond external influences. It encompasses the understanding of existence's dualities, influenced by pleasure, pain, and the concepts of maya and anavamala.
From: Sivaprakasam (Study in Bondage and Liberation)
(1) The process through which an individual perceives and undergoes pleasure and pain, influenced by the presence of maya and the state of anavamala.[4] (2) Experiences that arise through the body and mind, influencing the individual's reactions and karmas.[5]
From: Gitartha Samgraha (critical Study)
(1) Aham denotes the experience of the self as the pure 'I' without any external dependencies.[6]
From: Thirty minor Upanishads
(1) The direct insight into one’s own nature and essence as perceived without the filter of the mind.[7]
From: Brahma Sutras (Shankara Bhashya)
(1) The concept of experiencing an aspect of existence, as discussed in relation to the nature of pleasure and pain attributed to Brahman.[8]
From: Bhagavad-gita-rahasya (or Karma-yoga Shastra)
(1) The understanding and realization of one's true nature through introspection and meditation, deemed essential in the philosophy of the Absolute Self.[9]
The concept of Self-experience in local and regional sources
Self experiences emphasize the significance of individual knowledge gained from personal encounters, contrasting with formal educational methods. This form of learning fosters deeper understanding and insights shaped by unique life situations.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) Knowledge and understanding acquired through personal experiences rather than formal education.[10]
The concept of Self-experience in scientific sources
Self experiences encompass an individual's subjective understanding and self-perception, which can be deepened through meditative practices, fostering personal growth and insight into one's identity and existence.
From: AYU (Journal of Research in Ayurveda)
(1) The subjective understanding and perception of oneself, which can be expanded through various meditative practices.[11]