Significance of Threefold world
The Threefold world, according to Hinduism and Buddhism, signifies multiple realms of existence. In Hinduism, it reflects the universe's division into three realms linked to the qualities of Goodness, Passion, and Darkness, representing the spiritual, physical, and cosmic planes. In Buddhism, the Threefold world encompasses three realms: desire, form, and formlessness, illustrating the cycle of samsara and the experiences of beings within these dimensions. Both perspectives emphasize the interconnectedness and spiritual significance of these realms in understanding existence.
Synonyms: Three-part world
In Dutch: Drievoudige wereld; In Finnish: Kolminkertainen maailma
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Buddhist concept of 'Threefold world'
The Threefold world in Buddhism encompasses realms of existence—desire, form, and formlessness—characterized by suffering. It reflects the cyclical nature of life, influencing the bodhisattva's mission to help beings transcend these limitations.
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) The conceptual framework in which objects of knowledge are categorized, enabling the understanding of reality based on one's desires.[1] (2) A term used to describe the entire range of realms inhabited by beings, encompassing various classes of gods.[2] (3) The realm of existence characterized by physical limitations, encompassing desire, form, and formlessness.[3] (4) A concept in Buddhist cosmology that describes the division of existence into realms populated by both gods and other beings.[4] (5) The realms of desire, form, and formlessness where the cycle of samsara occurs.[5]
From: Akshayamatinirdesha [english]
(1) The realm of existence that is characterized by birth, life, and death, which is viewed differently from a state of enlightenment or omniscience.[6]
Hindu concept of 'Threefold world'
The Threefold world in Hinduism encompasses realms of existence (heavens, earth, underworld), highlights the unity of diverse creation under divine essence, and represents the cosmic structure overseen by deities like Indra and Vishnu.
From: Vishnu Purana (Taylor)
(1) A concept representing the various realms of existence as understood in Hindu cosmology.[7] (2) The realms comprising the universe that Rudra emerges to devour at the end of an aeon.[8] (3) The realms that were previously under Indra's sovereignty, which he lost and then regained.[9] (4) The system of the earth, oceans, rivers, and planets, foundational to understanding existence.[10] (5) Refers to the realms of existence overseen by Indra, which lost their splendour after an incident involving Durvasas.[11]
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) The concept that the apparent diverse world is unified and inseparable from the divine essence of God.[12]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) The division of the universe into three realms, each corresponding to the qualities of Goodness, Passion, and Darkness.[13]
From: Brahma Sutras (Ramanuja)
(1) The overall existence represented as comprising three aspects, typically understood in spiritual or philosophical terms.[14] (2) A conceptual framework that denotes the variety of forms that exist in the world, which can include different elements or categories of existence.[15]
From: Tiruvacakam Part I
(1) A concept referring to the division of the world, possibly into three realms or planes of existence.[16]
From: Satapatha-brahmana
(1) The concept indicating that there are three significant dimensions or planes considered in the construction of the altar.[17]