Significance of Self manifestation
Self manifestation is a significant concept across various traditions, illustrating how the divine reveals itself. In Tibetan Buddhism, it denotes the effortless expression of Buddha qualities. Purana describes it through Vishnu and Shiva manifesting in forms for worship and protection. Vedanta focuses on the revelation of the Self in its pure form, while Shaivism emphasizes God's expression through creation and individual beings. In Mahayana, it refers to the Tathagata's versatile appearances to aid beings, similar to the moon's changing forms.
Synonyms: Self-realization, Self-actualization, Self-expression, Personal development, Self-discovery, Self-fulfillment, Personal fulfillment
In Dutch: Zelfmanifestatie; In German: Selbstmanifestation; In Finnish: Itsensä ilmentyminen; In Spanish: Automanifestación
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Buddhist concept of 'Self manifestation'
In Buddhism, Self manifestation signifies the effortless expression of the Buddha-body's qualities and the Tathagata's adaptable appearance in various forms, serving to enlighten and benefit beings, similar to the moon's changing forms.
From: Guhyagarbha Tantra (with Commentary)
(1) The process where the Buddha-body expresses its inherent qualities naturally and effortlessly, illustrating the idea of being realized without effort.[1]
From: Mahayana Mahaparinirvana Sutra
(1) Self-manifestation refers to the Tathagata's ability to appear in various forms to benefit beings, akin to the moon appearing differently based on circumstance.[2]
Hindu concept of 'Self manifestation'
Self manifestation in Hinduism encompasses God's expression through creation, deity revelations for devotion, divine representations for worship, the Self's true form of purity, effortless divine essence, and the realization of one's true self (Abhasa).
From: Shiva Purana
(1) The act of Shiva revealing himself from the earthen idol to protect his devotee during a critical moment.[3]
From: Padma Purana
(1) The aspect of Vishnu where he manifests himself in a representation like stone or wood for human worship.[4]
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) The process by which the divine essence expresses itself through various forms without exertion, illustrating the nature of the Supreme.[5]
From: Gitartha Samgraha (critical Study)
(1) Abhasa, refers to the process or state in which the self becomes evident or realized.[6] (2) The process by which God expresses himself through the creation of the world and individual beings.[7]
From: Brahma Sutras (Ramanuja)
(1) The act of the Self revealing itself in its true form, characterized by attributes such as freedom from evil and sin.[8]
The concept of Self manifestation in local and regional sources
Self manifestation describes the journey of uncovering one's true essence and identity, leading to personal realization and authenticity, allowing individuals to embrace their genuine self and express it fully.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The act of the Supreme Being revealing His presence and form in the universe, establishing an inalienable link between Himself and Nature.[9] (2) The process by which one's true essence or identity is revealed, indicating personal realization and authenticity.[10]