Significance of Supreme principle
The Supreme principle encompasses the ultimate reality or truth that transcends duality and is foundational to all existence. It represents the essence of Brahman, known through direct experience and spiritual wisdom, and signifies the unity of all universes. In linguistic terms, it serves as a guiding concept for interpreting language. Historically, it embodies a fundamental idea in traditional thought, highlighting the essential coherence of the universe, often overlooked by modern science.
Synonyms: Ultimate principle, Guiding principle
In Dutch: Hoogste principe; In Finnish: Ylin periaate; In Spanish: Principio supremo
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Hindu concept of 'Supreme principle'
In Hinduism, the Supreme principle denotes the ultimate, transcendent reality that underpins all existence, recognized through deep inquiry, spiritual wisdom, and direct experience, ultimately representing Brahman as the essence of all universes.
From: Laghu-yoga-vasistha
(1) The ultimate reality that exists beyond duality, encompassing all things and transcending the empirical realm.[1] (2) The ultimate truth or reality that can be attained through spiritual wisdom and understanding.[2] (3) The ultimate reality or truth that can only be known through direct experience, often referenced by Jnana vision.[3] (4) The ultimate reality that encompasses all universes without distinctions or limitations, representing the essence of Brahman.[4] (5) The ultimate reality or truth that must be sought through deep inquiry and understanding.[5]
From: Bhagavadgita
(1) The ultimate truth or highest reality that is foundational to all existence.[6]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) The highest or most important guiding concept that dictates the usage and interpretation of language elements.[7]
From: Vastu-shastra (Introduction to Indian architecture)
(1) According to the text, Vishvakarma represents the working aspect of the Supreme principle, while Brahma embodies the thinking aspect.[8]
The concept of Supreme principle in local and regional sources
The keyphrase "Supreme principle" denotes a fundamental concept in traditional thought emphasizing the universe's essential unity, contrasting with modern science's tendency to overlook this idea. It calls attention to the interconnectedness intrinsic to existence.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) A fundamental idea in traditional thought that represents the essential unity and coherence of the universe, which is often overlooked by modern science.[9]
The concept of Supreme principle in scientific sources
Supreme principle, in this context, acknowledges a powerful, invisible force beyond material existence. It emphasizes the Kingdom of God's superiority over earthly kingdoms as an immutable and ultimate truth.
From: Religions Journal (MDPI)
(1) Acknowledging that there is it above the materiality of life, and it is this “invisible and interior life” invisible but so powerful.[10] (2) The supreme, immutable principle of the superiority of the Kingdom of God over earthly kingdoms.[11]