Significance of Supreme
Synonyms: Ultimate, Highest, Sovereign, Top, Chief, Superior, Foremost
In Dutch: Oppermachtig; In German: Der Höchste; In Finnish: Ylin; In Spanish: Supremo
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Buddhist concept of 'Supreme'
In Buddhism, "Supreme" signifies the highest status of the Blessed One, the unmatched superiority of the three jewels in spiritual practice, and the ultimate rank of the Buddha compared to all beings, excluding other Buddhas.
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) Indicates the ultimate rank or status held by the Buddha among beings other than other Buddhas.[1]
From: Bodhisattvacharyavatara
(1) A quality of the three jewels denoting their unmatched superiority in the realm of spiritual practice.[2]
From: Milindapanha (questions of King Milinda)
(1) Denoting the highest status or most respected position in the context of the Blessed One.[3]
Hindu concept of 'Supreme'
In Hinduism, the term "Supreme" signifies the ultimate reality, often equated with Brahman or Lord Krishna, representing the highest state of being, consciousness, and spiritual attainment beyond dualities and material existence.
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) The ultimate reality or highest being that is being attained.[4] (2) Refers to the ultimate reality or the highest divine being.[5] (3) Supreme signifies the highest or most exalted position, referring to Krsna in this context.[6] (4) The highest in rank, authority, or quality; denoting ultimate excellence.[7] (5) Referring to the highest level of greatness or status.[8]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) The ultimate reality or divine being that is beyond the comprehension of the mind, as indicated in the teachings cited.[9] (2) The highest entity or principle that is often misidentified in the context of Narayani’s energies by those under the influence of the spirit of enjoyment.[10]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) the adjective indicating something superior to Brahman[11]
From: Tiruvaymoli (Thiruvaimozhi): English translation
(1) Refers to the ultimate divine power or authority, conveying the idea of hierarchy within spiritual realms.[12]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) Denotes Brahman as the highest or ultimate reality in the philosophical context.[13] (2) The ultimate realization or state attained through the knowledge of Brahman.[14] (3) A term used to refer to Brahman in its highest form, representing the ultimate reality that can be attained through knowledge.[15] (4) The ultimate goal of the knower of Brahman, which is attained through Brahman-knowledge.[16] (5) A term indicating the highest state or ultimate goal intended in philosophical or spiritual contexts.[17]
From: Vivekachudamani
(1) The ultimate reality or highest state of existence, transcending dualities and perceptions.[18] (2) The highest state of existence and consciousness, denoting the ultimate truth.[19]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad
(1) The ultimate reality or the highest spiritual existence that Brahman represents.[20] (2) The ultimate reality or Paramatman, which is unchanging and transcends the characteristics of samsara.[21]
From: Thirty minor Upanishads
(1) Indicates the highest form of reality or consciousness, equated with ultimate truth.[22] (2) The Supreme refers to the ultimate, beyond which there is no duality of existence (Sat and asat).[23]
From: Prasthanatrayi Swaminarayan Bhashyam (Study)
(1) A term used to characterize Parabrahman's ultimate authority and position over all beings.[24]
From: Kaivalya Upanishad
(1) Being the primal singularity, Existence itself, there is not the duality of 'another' to be more or less superior.[25]
From: Katha Upanishad with Shankara’s Commentary
(1) The ultimate reality or highest spiritual authority, often referred to in the context of Brahman.[26]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) The ultimate reality or highest spiritual goal that individuals strive towards.[27] (2) The highest state of consciousness or divinity that Reciters aspire to reach through their practices.[28] (3) The Soul, which exists in its true nature when senses are suspended.[29]
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) Refers to the highest spiritual state or divine consciousness that the audience seeks to achieve through the teachings presented.[30] (2) The ultimate reality or highest state of being towards which the purified mind aspires.[31]
From: Amarakoshodghatana of Kshirasvamin (study)
(1) Refers to the highest or ultimate reality, often associated with Brahman in philosophical texts.[32]
From: Parama Samhita (English translation)
(1) The highest divine entity or absolute reality that is often referred to in various texts concerning the nature of divinity.[33]
The concept of Supreme in local and regional sources
The keyphrase "Supreme" signifies the utmost level of existence and divinity, embodying the highest rank in spiritual contexts, particularly relating to Krishna and the achievements of figures like Sri C. Rajagopalachariar.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) Referring to the highest state of existence or achievement, reached by Sri C. Rajagopalachariar.[34] (2) Referring to the highest level of existence or reality, often represented as the Beloved.[35] (3) Refers to the highest, most exalted being or force, often associated with divinity.[36]
From: Bhaktavijaya: Stories of Indian Saints
(1) Indicates the highest status or rank, especially in the context of Krishna's divinity.[37]