Significance of Smell
In Jainism, smell is recognized as one of the ten objects, emphasizing its role in olfactory perceptions and the capacity to detect scents. In Jyotisha, smell is also considered significant, serving as a sensory indication that can reflect an individual's health and emotional states connected to their body. Thus, smell plays a vital role in both Jainism and Jyotisha, relating to sensory perception and personal well-being.
Synonyms: Fragrance, Stench, Perfume, Musk
In Dutch: Geur; In Finnish: Haju
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Hindu concept of 'Smell'
In Hinduism, Smell serves as a sensory indicator reflecting health and emotional states, providing insight into an individual's physical and mental well-being, thereby linking sensory experiences to spiritual and existential aspects of life.
From: Padarthadharmasamgraha and Nyayakandali
(1) The quality that pertains to the perception of odors, which also belongs to corporeal objects.[1] (2) A productive quality that pertains to the olfactory characteristics that can be perceived.[2] (3) A sensory quality related to the olfactory experience that emanates from a substance.[3]
From: Brihat Samhita
(1) A sensory indication that can denote health and specific emotional states linked to an individual's body.[4]
From: Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu
(1) The act or sensation of perceiving scents, particularly in reference to Radha's reaction to Krishna's fragrance.[5]
Jain concept of 'Smell'
In Jainism, Smell is one of the ten objects, representing olfactory perceptions and the ability to detect scents, emphasizing its significance in understanding sensory experiences and their impact on spiritual awareness.
From: Bhagavati-sutra (Viyaha-pannatti)
(1) One of the ten objects; relates to olfactory perceptions or the ability to detect scents.[6]
From: Acaranga-sutra
(1) Olfactory perceptions requiring careful description based on whether they are pleasant or unpleasant.[7]
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) Karma concerning the olfactory experiences of a being.[8]