Significance of Supreme state
The Supreme state in various Hindu traditions encompasses ultimate achievements in spirituality and consciousness. It represents a transcendent condition beyond perception, aligning with ultimate truth, divine realization, and liberation from worldly attachments. The concept involves reaching the highest level of existence through self-discipline, meditation, and worship, ultimately realizing one's true nature and unity with the divine. This state transcends ordinary cognitive function and is associated with profound knowledge, peace, and freedom from pain and the cycle of rebirth.
Synonyms: Absolute authority, Ultimate power, Highest control, Sovereign state, Ultimate condition, Highest status
In Dutch: Opperste staat; In Finnish: Korkein tila; In Spanish: Estado supremo
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Buddhist concept of 'Supreme state'
The Supreme state in Buddhism is often misinterpreted as a peak of enlightenment, leading to misconceptions about one's spiritual progress, attachment to illusions, and a stagnation in genuine understanding and development of consciousness.
From: Shurangama Sutra (with commentary) (English)
(1) A misguided belief in a higher level of understanding or existence that contradicts the nature of true refuge.[1] (2) A falsely perceived elevated condition that individuals mistakenly aspire to, often resulting in greed for unattainable outcomes.[2] (3) An elevated level of spiritual attainment that, if misunderstood, can lead one to stagnate in their progress, such as becoming a fixed-nature pratyeka.[3] (4) An incorrect interpretation where an individual mistakenly believes they have achieved the highest spiritual status, leading to stagnation.[4] (5) A perceived peak of achievement or enlightenment that may be mistakenly believed to be true while being based on illusion.[5]
Hindu concept of 'Supreme state'
The Supreme state in Hinduism signifies the highest spiritual realization attainable through self-discipline and devotion, transcending worldly attachments to achieve ultimate consciousness, divine knowledge, and liberation from the cycle of rebirth.
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) The ultimate goal for individuals, characterized by profound knowledge, peace, and unity with the divine essence.[6] (2) An optimal consciousness where mental activities are ceased, resulting in realization and peace.[7] (3) A transcendent condition that is beyond perception or illusion, representing ultimate truth.[8] (4) The ultimate realization and attainment of knowledge and presence of God, achieved by eliminating desires.[9]
From: Laghu-yoga-vasistha
(1) The ultimate realization free from pain, delusion, and the cycle of rebirth.[10] (2) A high state of consciousness or realization attainable through Vairagya and self-discipline.[11] (3) A level of perception and understanding that transcends normal cognitive function, resulting in profound insight.[12] (4) The ultimate realization of one's true nature, beyond all worldly attachments and identifications.[13]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) The highest level of existence or enlightenment that can be achieved, often associated with the ultimate reality.[14]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki
(1) A spiritual ideal achieved through the adherence to truth, as emphasized in the text.[15]
From: Agni Purana
(1) The ultimate realization of divinity in the form of Vishnu, recognized as the mouth of the gods and a source of creation and sustenance.[16]
From: Bhagavata Purana
(1) The highest spiritual attainment that one can reach through worship and glorification of Lord Krishna, signifying ultimate liberation.[17]
From: Vishnu Purana
(1) The ultimate condition of existence that results from achieving the highest form of knowledge and understanding of the divine.[18]
From: Vishnu Purana (Taylor)
(1) Refers to the ultimate quality of existence attributed to Vishnu, which surpasses all tangible attributes.[19]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Gaudapa Karika and Shankara Bhashya)
(1) The highest condition of the mind that aligns with understanding the Ultimate Reality.[20] (2) The highest level of existence or consciousness that transcends all other states.[21]
From: Ashtavakra Gita
(1) A heightened level of awareness where an individual transcends their bodily identification and experiences a deep sense of peace.[22] (2) A higher level of consciousness characterized by freedom and enlightenment.[23]
From: Vivekachudamani
(1) The highest level of existence or consciousness, often associated with divine or ultimate reality.[24] (2) A high spiritual state achieved by the sages through conquering challenges, particularly infatuation.[25]
From: Prasthanatrayi Swaminarayan Bhashyam (Study)
(1) Refers to the highest level of enlightenment or spiritual attainment possible through rigorous and sincere upasana.[26]
From: Thirty minor Upanishads
(1) The ultimate condition wherein all thoughts are at rest, realizable through deep meditation.[27]
From: Siddhanta Sangraha of Sri Sailacharya
(1) The Supreme State refers to the highest form of divinity, distinct from incarnations or other deities.[28]
From: Varahi Tantra (English Study)
(1) The ultimate achievement of a devotee after extensive recitation of the hymns, signifying liberation and the fulfillment of all desires.[29] (2) A state of existence that is free of pleasure and pain, experienced as resting in the shade of the Tamarind tree.[30]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The highest spiritual achievement attainable after death, attained by a woman who fulfills her duties and remains devoted to her husband.[31]
From: Satapatha-brahmana
(1) The elevated position attained by an individual when they become a lord of the law, achieving recognition and authority.[32]
The concept of Supreme state in local and regional sources
The term "Supreme state" signifies a pinnacle of existence marked by ultimate fulfillment and satisfaction, akin to Blessedness, and represents the highest consciousness and mastery over one’s senses, exemplified by individuals known as muktas.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) A level of existence characterized by ultimate satisfaction and fulfillment, often referred to as Blessedness.[33] (2) The highest level of consciousness and control over one's senses and mind, as exemplified by a muktawho.[34]