Significance of Service
Synonyms: Assistance, Help, Support, Benefit, Maintenance, Supply
In Dutch: Dienst; In Finnish: Palvelu
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Hindu concept of 'Service'
Service in Hinduism encompasses acts of devotion, labor, and support, highlighting the role of various castes and relationships to deities. It emphasizes spiritual practice, devotion to gods, and fulfilling community responsibilities essential for societal harmony.
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) Refers to the devotion and actions performed in honor of the deities, emphasizing the importance of serving in a spiritual tradition.[1] (2) Refers to the act of devotion and care shown by the daughters as they purify themselves for a higher purpose.[2] (3) The act of worship or devotion towards a deity.[3] (4) Service in this context relates to the worship or reverence directed towards demigods; however, it is noted that such service does not lead to liberation.[4] (5) The act of worship or devotion associated with Tulasi, integral to gaining piety.[5]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) An essential spiritual practice that controls Lord Krishna, emphasizing the centrality of devotion over material means.[6] (2) Acts of devotion or assistance provided to fulfill the needs or wishes of someone else.[7]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) The act of serving Bhagavan, which is viewed as a means to express devotion and is crucial to the relationship between Hanuman and Ramacandra.[8]
From: Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu
(1) The act of performing assistance or help, as demonstrated through the requests made to Bakula, Varida, and Rasala.[9]
From: Srila Gurudeva (The Supreme Treasure)
(1) The act of devotion and dedication performed by devotees towards Krishna and His associates.[10]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The act of working to fulfill the wishes or needs of another person, framed as an important means through which one can earn a living.[11] (2) The role of the Shudra caste, which pertains to various forms of labor and support within society.[12]
From: Hiranyakesi-grihya-sutra
(1) Instructions given by the teacher to the student regarding their duties and responsibilities.[13]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) The effort put forth by a Sudra, which is recognized as a valuable contribution to society.[14]
From: Padma Purana
(1) The act of serving and adhering to Vishnu, which is regarded as highly beneficial for spiritual aspirations.[15]
From: Parama Samhita (English translation)
(1) Acts of assistance or worship performed to attain favour.[16]
Jain concept of 'Service'
In Jainism, Service embodies acts of assistance and duty towards others, categorized into ten distinct forms that align with internal austerities, emphasizing selflessness and spiritual growth through altruistic behavior.
From: Tattvartha Sutra (with commentary)
(1) Acts of helping or performing duties for others, classified into ten forms as part of internal austerities.[17]
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) The act of providing assistance or fulfilling duties to someone in a position of authority, in this case, to the cakrins.[18]
The concept of Service in local and regional sources
The keyphrase "Service" pertains to government services or bodies functioning under state authority, highlighting their dependence on the state and lack of true self-governance.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) Refers to government services or bodies that operate under the authority of the State; in this context, they lack genuine self-governance.[19]