Significance of Smell
Synonyms: Odor, Scent, Fragrance, Aroma, Stench, Perfume, Musk, Savor
In Dutch: Geur; In Finnish: Haju; In Spanish: Oler; In German: Geruch; In Portugese: Cheiro; In Polish: Zapach; In Italian: Odore; In French: Odeur
The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.
Buddhist concept of 'Smell'
In Buddhism, "Smell" signifies the awareness of odors arising from contact. This awareness is impermanent and unreliable, making it a less effective path to enlightenment compared to other methods.
From: Shurangama Sutra (with commentary) (English)
(1) Awareness of smells comes through contact with them. They are not constant, and one does not always have awareness of them, so they are not the best method.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Smell'
From: Padarthadharmasamgraha and Nyayakandali
(1) This is another sensation that can be perceived by each of the external sense-organs, as described in the provided material.[2] (2) The quality that pertains to the perception of odors, which also belongs to corporeal objects.[3] (3) A productive quality that pertains to the olfactory characteristics that can be perceived.[4] (4) A sensory quality related to the olfactory experience that emanates from a substance.[5]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) Presiding over this, along with the ear, the eye, organs of touch, taste, and also over the mind, he enjoys all objects of senses.[6] (2) Smell is one of the five objects of the senses, originating from the eight elements of Prakriti and is an attribute of earth.[7]
From: Markandeya Purana
(1) Smell is the fifth subtle element created, resulting in the production of Solid Matter, which is characterized by the property of smell.[8]
From: Harivamsha Purana
(1) Smell is one of the elements over which Vayu was appointed as king, highlighting his influence over sensory perceptions.[9]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) This is a matter of Gandha, and Ghrana holds and identifies this, and it is a sense.[10] (2) This subjective parameter was assessed, and the study showed a significant reduction in smell in Group A after treatment and during the follow-up phase.[11] (3) This is a subjective parameter that was assessed in the study, with the results indicating statistical significance in both groups, as described in the observations.[12]
From: Vivekachudamani
(1) This is a property of liquor, which, although present within the jar, does not affect the sky due to their connection.[13]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) It is the distinct quality of earth.[14]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) A quality that, like taste, can be cognized only through its quality of being smell, similar to the perception of taste.[15] (2) In the text, smell is something that can be qualified by the word 'sandal', demonstrating how specific words can modify others.[16]
From: Brihat Samhita
(1) A sensory indication that can denote health and specific emotional states linked to an individual's body.[17]
From: Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu
(1) The act or sensation of perceiving scents, particularly in reference to Radha's reaction to Krishna's fragrance.[18]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) An action involving the odour of the balls is discussed, with variations in interpretation, such as feeling the odour or consuming it with breath. This action is linked to specific rituals.[19]
Jain concept of 'Smell'
From: Bhagavati-sutra (Viyaha-pannatti)
(1) Also called gamdha, it is similar to that of a rotten animal carcass.[20] (2) One of the five types of transformation of matter, it represents a characteristic of the material that can change, as stated in the text.[21] (3) One of the ten objects; relates to olfactory perceptions or the ability to detect scents.[22]
From: Tattvartha Sutra (with commentary)
(1) The ant and similar creatures possess the sense of smell in addition to the senses of touch and taste.[23] (2) It is one of the senses, also known as ghrana, through which the soul experiences odors.[24] (3) This is one of the characteristics that define the matter, and is also a characteristic of the water and fire, according to the provided text.[25]
From: Acaranga-sutra
(1) Olfactory perceptions requiring careful description based on whether they are pleasant or unpleasant.[26]
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) Karma concerning the olfactory experiences of a being.[27]
From: Gommatsara by Acharya Nemichandra
(1) These are the olfactory qualities of karmic matter, with two distinct types being considered in its modification.[28]
The concept of Smell in scientific sources
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) "Smell" is a sensory marketing factor that did not have a significant effect on any of the PAD emotions in the context of the study, unlike other senses.[29] (2) This is a method of inspection of a currency’s purity. When warmed by rubbing in the hand, it would be possible for a trained nose to detect if there was bronze inside a counterfeited coin.[30]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) "Smell" accounted for a fairly high proportion of the keywords and is associated with various sources such as factories, contaminants, gas, and livestock.[31]
From: South African Family Practice
(1) Smell is the only sense that does not first go through the thalamus before going to the cortex.[32]
From: Asian Journal of Pharmaceutics
(1) A characteristic of toothpaste formulations that was evaluated during a stability study.[33]
Classical concept of 'Smell'
From: The History of Herodotus
(1) Is how the desert creatures perceive the presence of groups carrying off sand, leading them to pursue them.[34]