Significance of State of waking
The State of waking is a multifaceted concept across various philosophical and religious traditions. In Tibetan Buddhism, it is characterized by awareness and consciousness during Light Yoga practice. Vaishnavism describes it as the Lord's conscious activities, while the Purana presents it as an experience similar to dreaming yet marked by active engagement with reality. In Yoga, it encompasses restlessness and everyday distractions, emphasizing the mind's operations in ordinary life. Despite different interpretations, the State of waking consistently represents a conscious condition of awareness and perception of the external world.
Synonyms: Alertness, Consciousness, Awareness, Wakefulness, Vigilance, Attentiveness, Awake
In Dutch: Toestand van waken
In Finnish: Valveillaolotila
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Buddhist concept of 'State of waking'
In Buddhism, the State of waking denotes a heightened awareness and consciousness experienced while practicing Light Yoga, emphasizing mindfulness and presence in one's thoughts and actions during waking hours.
From: The Six Yogas of Naropa
(1) The state of awareness and consciousness during which the practice of Light Yoga is engaged in while awake.[1]
Hindu concept of 'State of waking'
In Hinduism, the State of waking signifies full consciousness, interaction with the external world, and awareness of duality, contrasting with dream states. It embodies normal cognitive functions and the perception of reality, despite potential misconceptions.
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Gaudapa Karika and Shankara Bhashya)
(1) A state of consciousness where individuals experience perceptions and objects they interpret as real, despite their illusory nature.[2] (2) A state of consciousness where dual perceptions manifest, similar to those encountered in dreams.[3] (3) A state of consciousness that follows the causal state of Prajna but is not applicable to Turiya.[4] (4) The phase of consciousness where a person experiences the external world, often perceived as reality but also ultimately understood to be illusory.[5] (5) The condition or experience of being awake, as opposed to the dreaming state.[6]
From: Mandukya Upanishad
(1) The condition of being awake and conscious, where one typically does not retain memories of dreams or dream objects.[7] (2) The state of consciousness that occurs when one is awake, also considered a delusional state similar to dreaming.[8] (3) The condition in which individuals perceive reality or true existence, but Gaudapada asserts that it may be based on illusions generated by the mind.[9] (4) A state of consciousness characterized by awareness and perception of reality, opposing the dream state.[10] (5) The state of consciousness where an individual is awake and perceiving the dual aspects of reality, despite the underlying nondual nature.[11]
From: Brahma Sutras (Ramanuja)
(1) One of the three states in which the embodied soul exists, distinguishing the experiences and perceptions during conscious awareness.[12] (2) The condition of consciousness when the 'I' is fully aware of its surroundings, characteristics, and experiences.[13] (3) A state of consciousness where clarity and awareness are active, as opposed to deep sleep where consciousness remains but is not fully realized.[14] (4) The conscious experience of being alive and aware, contrasting with the state of the released soul.[15] (5) The waking state is a condition where the soul suffers affliction based on its deeds, influencing its cycle of going, returning, and being born.[16]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) The condition in which an individual is conscious and aware of their surroundings and experiences.[17] (2) The state of consciousness in which a person is alert and aware, associated with the perception of duality.[18] (3) One of the conditions of human experience where cognitive activity is engaged, allowing for the perception of objects present in immediate awareness.[19] (4) The state of consciousness in which the physical universe is experienced as perceptible.[20] (5) The conscious state of awareness in which duality is experienced, according to the argument presented in the text.[21]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Madhva commentary)
(1) The active state of consciousness where one perceives and interacts with the external world.[22] (2) A state of consciousness where a person is aware and alert, referred to as Vaishvanara in the text.[23] (3) The stage of consciousness where the Lord enables the Jiva to perceive external objects, contrasted with other states of being.[24]
From: Vivekachudamani
(1) One of the states of awareness described in relation to the knowledge sheath.[25] (2) The state of being awake and aware of one's surroundings and mental functions.[26] (3) The waking state is the condition in which the gross body allows the soul to perceive gross objects, enabling conscious experience in the physical world.[27]
From: Brahma Sutras (Shankara Bhashya)
(1) The state of being fully conscious and aware of one's surroundings, distinct from dream, deep sleep, and swoon.[28] (2) The condition of being awake, in which the body exists and the soul experiences the fulfillment of desires.[29] (3) The conscious state of the soul, which has been fully described in the last section.[30]
From: Thirty minor Upanishads
(1) The state of full awareness and engagement with the external world, occurring during the day.[31] (2) The gross essence of consciousness identified as Vishva, representing a state of ordinary awareness.[32] (3) The state of consciousness when the Atma returns from deep sleep, experiencing the world again.[33]
From: Kaivalya Upanishad
(1) A state of consciousness that is still a kind of dreaming, where the jiva consciousness takes up another form after experiencing death.[34] (2) The condition of consciousness where an individual perceives themselves as interacting with the material world to fulfill their needs.[35]
From: Prasthanatrayi Swaminarayan Bhashyam (Study)
(1) A state of consciousness where the jiva engages with the external world, but may still be subject to misconceptions.[36] (2) A condition characterized by the dominance of satvaguna, where knowledge is clear and evident.[37]
From: Chandogya Upanishad (Shankara Bhashya)
(1) A state of awareness in which the individual experiences various pleasures and pains, leading to mental fatigue.[38]
From: Katha Upanishad with Shankara’s Commentary
(1) The state of consciousness in which one experiences the physical world, which influences the indistinct perception of the atman during dreams.[39]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad
(1) The conscious state of being awake, characterized by interaction with the physical world and normal cognitive functions.[40]
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) The first three stages of yoga where the practitioner is aware of the differences among things, similar to a conscious state of awareness.[41] (2) The state of consciousness in which an individual perceives reality, as opposed to the dream state.[42] (3) A condition that Arjuna's narrative suggests is also a form of dreaming, as it is not entirely different from sleep.[43] (4) The condition of being alert and aware in contrast to dreaming or subconscious states.[44] (5) The state of full consciousness during the first three stages of yoga.[45]
From: Agni Purana
(1) A state of consciousness where one is active and aware, integral to the contemplation of the universe and non-action.[46] (2) The state when the breath flows through the right nostril, indicating that a mantra is awake and effective.[47] (3) Refers to the conscious experience of reality as opposed to the states of dreaming or deep sleep.[48]
From: Yoga-sutras (with Bhoja’s Rajamartanda)
(1) The first condition of the thinking principle characterized by restlessness and mischievous ignorance.[49] (2) The ordinary state of consciousness where the enhanced faculties can still be exercised by the Yogi.[50] (3) Identified as vyutthana, it encompasses the conditions of agitation, bewilderment, and voluptuousness.[51] (4) The state of consciousness associated with everyday life, which can lead to distractions during meditation.[52] (5) A state of consciousness where cognitive functions such as evidence, misconception, and fancy operate.[53]
From: Yoga-sutras (Vedanta Commentaries)
(1) A phase of consciousness in which the three sheaths (physical, subtle, causal) obscure the Atman.[54]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) The condition in which the Lord performs activities consciously, such as calling out the names of the cows, similar to his actions in a dreaming state.[55]
From: Dvisahasri of Tembesvami (Summary and Study)
(1) The state of consciousness where an individual perceives external reality and interacts with the environment through senses.[56]
From: Padarthadharmasamgraha and Nyayakandali
(1) The state of consciousness in which the mind actively perceives and engages with the external world.[57]
From: Shaiva Upanishads (A Critical Study)
(1) The state of consciousness where the Jiva seeks satisfaction through various objects of enjoyment like women, food, and drink.[58]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) Describes the condition of being awake and aware, during which actions are invariably linked to desires.[59]