Significance of Time
Synonyms: Duration, Period, Interval, Epoch, Moment, Chronicle, Era, Age, Lifetime, Season, Instance, Occasion, Phase
In Malay: Masha; In Finnish: Aika; In Portugese: Tempo; In Italian: Tempo; In Dutch: Tijd; In Spanish: Tiempo; In German: Zeit; In Swedish: Tid; In French: Temps; In Polish: Czas
The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.
Buddhist concept of 'Time'
In Buddhism, time encompasses various aspects: a concept distinct from heretical views, a factor in experience, past/present/future, duration of events, and a singular entity divided among things. It's linked to actions, teachings, and fundamental precepts.
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) The time refers to the moment when the Master was telling the story, and is also used in the context of when rain falls, as described by Sakka, as a sign of a righteous king.[1] (2) At that time, the Master revealed that he himself was the golden goose, concluding the story and identifying the Birth.[2] (3) The man is concerned that his wife will feel that the time will be long before they are reunited.[3]
From: Dhammapada (Illustrated)
(1) This refers to the duration of events, as mentioned in the text.[4] (2) The time, the continent, the country, the family, and the mother were observed by the Buddha, according to the text.[5]
From: Patipada (path of practice)
(1) The time is when the tiger came to help and train the Upasaka, and the Upasaka's character and behavior changed entirely from that point.[6]
From: Milindapanha (questions of King Milinda)
(1) Time can exist or not exist, depending on the conditions of heart and whether beings will be reborn.[7]
From: Mahayana Mahaparinirvana Sutra
(1) The world believes that this is a creator, speaking of an end and a beginning, and of the “is-not” and “is” of the world.[8] (2) This term refers to the duration of existence, and it is associated with the actions of beings, and the teachings of the Buddha.[9] (3) The past, present, and future, and the time when the Tathagata will speak in definite terms, and the time when beings will gain Emancipation.[10]
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) The duration of the events, or the period in which the events transpired, is mentioned by the writer, as stated in the text.[11] (2) Time, accepted by heretics, is a category different from those of the Buddhists, and the text does not explain its specific nature, only that it is different.[12]
From: Mahavastu (great story)
(1) This refers to a period in the past when the events unfolded, and the story is a retelling of a past event.[13]
From: Shurangama Sutra (with commentary) (English)
(1) One of the ten doors of discrimination of the Xian Shou school, which is utilized in the specific explanation of the meaning of the text.[14]
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) Time is one of the 'other reasons' included that highlights the differences between words and external things, suggesting that they exist and are perceived under varying temporal conditions.[15] (2) It is only sequence in this that has some basis in reason. There is no real immediate sequence between the Present Moment and the Past and Future Moments.[16] (3) It is related to when a certain fact has been duly cognised through the six Means of Cognition.[17] (4) This is a factor that is not responsible for the creation of things, and the negation of this does not make it a positive entity.[18] (5) This is one of the elements, along with place, man, and circumstances, that contributes to the diversities observed in the context of actual experiences.[19]
From: Hualin International Journal of Buddhist Studies
(1) This is a fundamental concept, which was central to the Buddhist precepts, and was studied by Yixing through astronomy and calendrical science.[20] (2) Time is a period, and Faxian spent a long time in India, and Huiyuan and Faxian may have crossed paths, and Huiyuan spent time in Lushan.[21] (3) The newspaper that ran a story of Aurel Stein's archeological discoveries in Chinese Turkestan, pointing out their scientific significance, and identifying the ruins as Buddhist.[22]
Hindu concept of 'Time'
In Hinduism, Time (Kala) is an all-pervading, eternal principle influencing existence. It governs creation, destruction, change, and the cycle of beings, and can manifest as a dimension, force, or even a deity.
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) The text emphasizes the significance of "time", stating that if one's time has not come, they will not die even if severely injured, while one will die when their hour has come, even from a minor cause.[23] (2) This concept is described as irresistible. A king acknowledged that no one can rise superior to it, even with great power and resources.[24] (3) Presented as the ultimate force that governs all acquisitions, successes, and events, including prosperity, adversity, and the natural cycles of life and death.[25] (4) It is the lord of all, casting an equal eye on all things, and everyone succumbs to it, regardless of their status.[26] (5) Time is described as very subtle and difficult to understand, as Kunti, who once enjoyed sovereignty, ended up abandoning it and perishing in a forest fire, highlighting the unpredictable nature of life.[27]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Griffith)
(1) It is what Sita has to bend to Ravan's will.[28] (2) The time is come to gather their hosts, indicating a call to action and the importance of loyalty in the face of a crisis, which suggests an impending conflict.[29] (3) The text mentions the time, referring to a specific moment or duration, suggesting the context or period in which an event occurs or is experienced.[30] (4) Time is a measure of duration, and the prince is told not to waste his time, and it underscores the importance of the journey and its urgency.[31] (5) The time is come for the sons to show duty and aid, which the hermit tells them, indicating the importance of the present moment.[32]
From: Devi Bhagavata Purana
(1) An entity that cannot be ruled over, to which the King should be subservient, with enjoyable things coming and going in due course, advising against lamenting.[33] (2) A sovereign force that influences events, making the strong weak and the weak strong, and controlling the fates of gods and demons.[34] (3) Time is a concept that affects the region of Goloka, as explained by Krishna, and influences the events within the narrative.[35] (4) The powerful influence that dictates the course of events and is acknowledged as a determining factor in the fate of beings.[36] (5) Described as the Lord of happiness and pain, suggesting its immense power and influence.[37]
From: Garuda Purana
(1) This is what the arms of the deity are the divisions of, and is mentioned in the context of the creation and the various aspects of the deity, and is above the deity.[38] (2) A central factor in the creation, evolution, and dissolution of all beings, recognized for its authority and impact on life.[39]
From: Laghu-yoga-vasistha
(1) The temporal force that leads to the decay and destruction of all created things, illustrating the impermanence of the physical realm.[40]
From: Nilamata Purana
(1) On the first day in the beginning of the blight half of Caitra, this should be worshipped, as formerly, the reckoning of time was started on that day.[41]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Shastri)
(1) Time is the driving force that orders the world’s events; it is Time that creates all conditions here below, emphasizing its importance.[42]
From: Harivamsha Purana
(1) Time is placed before the Earth, which is freed of all diseases and shorn of energy, as she comes to Vishnu's house seeking refuge from her burdens.[43]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) Alterations or modifications connected to temporal aspects can cause things to appear differently than they actually are, thus time can distort perception.[44] (2) A concept that the sentence subtly points towards, suggesting that it should be determined or understood through the means indicated within the statement.[45] (3) According to the provided content, "Time" possesses discernible activity at every stage and is considered the very soul of the universe, running like a thread through everything.[46] (4) An attribute that the fruit inherits from its cause because the function of the cause is superimposed on the fruit, and the fruit is understood as having the cause's time.[47] (5) A concept with functions such as ‘permission’ that extends up to the persistence of something, indicating its role in enabling duration and activity.[48]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) This is something the Yadavas were aware of and waited for a better one.[49] (2) It is a continuous, measurable quantity in which events occur in sequence.[50] (3) The indefinite continued progress of existence and events in the past, present, and future regarded as a whole.[51] (4) A concept that does not exist in the transcendental abode, according to the text.[52] (5) The text references the 'string of' this concept, which is where those who see a difference between certain entities will fall.[53]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) A specific moment when a pious individual named Shridhara arrived at a particular location, holding a bottle-gourd in his hand.[54] (2) It is a resource that Nimai is spending, which others question the use of.[55] (3) The force that leads to destruction and impermanence, appearing in the dwellings of those not dedicated to the divine, representing the passage of existence.[56] (4) The specific moment when the events described in the text occurred.[57] (5) A continuous sequence of events perceived as past, present, and future, often seen as a cosmic force.[58]
From: Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu
(1) This refers to the moment or period when something occurs, suggesting that the timing of events plays a crucial role in how they unfold.[59] (2) It devours everything.[60] (3) In this context, it represents the duration and experiences that the speaker feels have been squandered.[61]
From: Tiruvaymoli (Thiruvaimozhi): English translation
(1) It is typified by the discus in the Lord's hands.[62] (2) According to the text, the past, present, and future are all under the command and control of the divine, illustrating the divine's mastery over all temporal dimensions.[63] (3) Time, along with all else, was ordained by the Lord, signifying his control and creation of the fundamental aspects of existence.[64]
From: Srila Gurudeva (The Supreme Treasure)
(1) This term refers to the future when Shrila Gurudeva would understand what was meant by the big service reserved for him.[65]
From: Sri Krishna-Chaitanya
(1) The Will of Krishna, in the form of this, having made the Yadavas, pure spiritual states, desist from their Pastimes.[66]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) A specific point in the future when one will see the Lord's form.[67]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) Is a critical factor in the performance of initiation, with specific periods designated for different social classes.[68] (2) A means of purification for corporeal beings.[69] (3) The period when the offense occurred, which the king must consider when deciding on punishment, as it can range from night to day, and also includes times of scarcity or abundance.[70] (4) A crucial factor considered by the king when determining the punishment for theft, alongside the purpose, which influences the severity of the penalty imposed on the offender.[71] (5) The factor that influences the differences in the nature and characteristics of things.[72]
From: Paraskara-grihya-sutra
(1) This specifies the age limit within which a student can be initiated, with different age limits depending on the student's social standing or caste.[73]
From: Sankhayana-grihya-sutra
(1) This is the period which has elapsed after the duties have been observed and the Veda has been studied, before instruction in the secret part of the Veda.[74]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) Time, along with space and other factors, is a limiting element that influences the possibility of attainment, particularly when duality is involved in the discussion.[75] (2) This represents one of the aspects that limits objects in the world, as everything exists within a particular duration.[76]
From: Brahma Sutras (Shankaracharya)
(1) Time is a condition that is not consistent in dreams, as someone can dream of an entire day or many years in a short amount of time, which is in conflict with the waking state.[77]
From: Vivekachudamani
(1) The noble soul whose mind-functions meet with no obstruction, does not depend upon conditions of place, time, posture, direction, moral disciplines, and objects of meditation.[78]
From: Mandukya Upanishad
(1) It is one of the concepts, alongside space, theories concerning scriptures, and realms, that the deluded ponder in their earnest efforts to comprehend duality.[79]
From: Brahma Sutras (Shankara Bhashya)
(1) Some speak of this as the cause of everything, but this is mentioned as a Purvapaksha and is refuted later.[80]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Gaudapa Karika and Shankara Bhashya)
(1) "Time" is presented as a potential manifestor of all beings, according to some, who view it as a real force that brings things into existence, contrasting with the view that God's will is the primary cause.[81]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) Time, often referred to as Kaala, influences physiological functions, disease classification (acute/chronic, timely/untimely), and drug-related processes in Ayurveda.[82] (2) This is an important factor, referred to as Kala, that must be taken into consideration while treating a patient, and it is categorized as Niyat or Nityaga and Aniyat or Awasthik Kaal.[83] (3) Time is a dimension that plays a role in the daily cycles of internal and external energies, and it is considered in Ayurvedic dietary practices.[84]
From: History of Indian Medicine (and Ayurveda)
(1) This is a reference to when the morbific factor is ripe and manifests itself as a disease.[85]
From: Charaka Samhita (English translation)
(1) This is considered the source of both man and ailments, suggesting that the whole world is under its influence and it is the evolvent everywhere.[86]
From: International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
(1) This is one of the reasons Acharya Charak mentioned for epidemics.[87]
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 3: Sharirasthana
(1) It is also known as Kala, which is confused with the original Nature.[88]
From: Hayanaratna: The Jewel of Annual Astrology
(1) The excerpt mentions that a planet in the "kuttha configuration" must be possessed of strength by time, adding to the overall strength of the planet being considered.[89] (2) This is the moment when the period starts. The text describes that the days of the first period are added to the day of the week of the revolution of the year.[90] (3) This is kalabala.[91] (4) This refers to the specific moment when the meal was consumed, which can be determined through astrological analysis, providing context.[92]
From: Brihat Samhita
(1) Time is one of the indications that an astrologer has a duty to examine and note, according to the instructions provided in the text.[93]
From: Kathasaritsagara (the Ocean of Story)
(1) This is the period Lohajangha spent in the private apartments with his beloved, Rupinika, before departing.[94]
From: Kautilya Arthashastra
(1) Taking into consideration the social position of persons, the nature of the offence, the cause, whether grave or slight (that led to the perpetration of the offence), the antecedent and present circumstances, **the time**, and the place; and without failing to notice equitable distinctions among offenders, whether belonging to royal family or to the common people, shall the commissioner determine the propriety of imposing the first, middlemost, or highest amercements.[95]
From: Padarthadharmasamgraha and Nyayakandali
(1) Along with Akasha and Space, it is one of the three technical names given to individuals without lower species. Each of these is one only, there are no lower genuses of these.[96]
From: Yoga-sutras (with Vyasa and Vachaspati Mishra)
(1) Time is referenced in the text as one of the measurements used to master the external sphere before it is left behind.[97]
Jain concept of 'Time'
In Jainism, Time (Kala) is multifaceted: it's a measure of space, the cause of change, and a substance influencing karma. It governs cycles of human experience and ensures the continuous existence of substances.
From: Tattvartha Sutra (with commentary)
(1) The substance of time is not included in the discussion of activity as it is not the subject under reference.[98] (2) This is one of the six substances, and is mentioned later in the text, according to the provided information.[99] (3) The overarching framework that determines the cycles of increase (utsarpini) and decrease (avasarpini) in human experiences.[100] (4) The temporal factors which play a crucial role in determining the results of karmas.[101]
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) This is when the witches met.[102] (2) This is the period that Mahendrasimha spent during his separation from Sanatkumara, which he recounts.[103] (3) Described simply as Kala, which relates to the understanding of existence and change.[104]
From: Gommatsara by Acharya Nemichandra
(1) Time is equated to the number of spatial units within the universe, suggesting a measure tied to the extent of space.[105] (2) Time is identified as the cause of alteration and is essential for all substances to undergo changes.[106] (3) This is described as being the number of Siddhas and is linked to 'multiplied by', indicating a duration or a point in existence.[107]
From: Bhagavati-sutra (Viyaha-pannatti)
(1) Time refers to the existence continuity of the astikayas, asserting that they always exist in some capacity.[108] (2) A crucial concept in the text, possibly linked to the flow of experiences or philosophical reflections on temporality.[109]
From: Uttaradhyayana Sutra
(1) It is one of the six kinds of substances that make up this world. It is an infinite number of substances and its characteristic is duration.[110]
The concept of Time in local and regional sources
Time encompasses past events, present opportunities, and future aspirations, with considerations for Vedic customs, and the recognition of transient nature, and a fundamental element that distinguishes objects.
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) This is merely a condition imposed upon us by the form of our understanding. It is an idea that creates a distinction between past, present and future.[111] (2) Time is one of the three fundamental concepts posited by Vedanta, along with space and causation, contributing to the formation of Maya.[112] (3) "Time" is the continuous flow of existence, shaping and influencing events and experiences.[113] (4) A concept, along with space and causality, that is in and through every phenomena, yet remains unknown and not a phenomena itself.[114] (5) This is the time when we will be able to give ourselves up to the Mother.[115]
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The relentless force that causes decay and change, impacting all things and inevitably leading to the loss of beauty and vitality.[116] (2) This is the continuous progression of existence, influencing decay, memory, and the overall human experience as reflected in the sailor's life.[117] (3) Time is presented as a force, specifically as "Time, the jubilant juggler", suggesting it is a powerful entity that manipulates and influences events and experiences.[118] (4) Something she wanted to while away with Ramaiah in conversation.[119] (5) The recent editorial article in this paper has only served to further clarify the issue of the States’ people asserting their rights.[120]
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) This refers to a measurement of duration, used for indicating when events occur, such as desired or specific times.[121] (2) This refers to a period in which sciences increase when their time is favorable, and the belief in its cyclic change.[122] (3) Time is one of the five realities or fundamental entities, according to the Bhagavati Sutra, and it exists alongside aether, anti-aether, space, soul, and matter.[123]
From: Folklore of the Santal Parganas
(1) Once upon a time.[124] (2) It was too late for Dukhu to go home, and the bonga girl said that by the time he came back, the buffaloes would have wandered off.[125]
From: Bhaktavijaya: Stories of Indian Saints
(1) "Time" is a factor when Surdas hears of the king's order, influencing his actions and prompting him to travel to Hastinapur to address the situation.[126] (2) Even at this, when Murar was eating, he immediately started upon receiving his guru's letter.[127]
The concept of Time in scientific sources
Time is a multifaceted element encompassing duration, schedules, and perceived availability. It impacts healthcare decisions, study parameters, personal commitments, and resource management, influencing efficiency, patient outcomes, and adherence across various contexts.
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) Represents the duration of the drying process, typically measured in hours, and indicates the progression of moisture removal from the sewage sludge.[128] (2) Is in hours, and is related to the reliability R(t) of BD 155 0 s subsystem in Table 3.[129] (3) Time is a factor in the study, with optimal time granularity and periods selected for passenger flow prediction.[130] (4) Time efficiency within the supply chain can be enhanced through effective performance measurements, contributing to the responsiveness and agility of the operations.[131] (5) It is spent on activities, and the allocation of it can be calculated to maximize the cumulative feelings during a certain period.[132]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) Time, within the context of the pandemic, is a crucial factor in understanding how willingness to vaccinate evolves, as public perceptions and attitudes change based on ongoing events, information, and experiences.[133] (2) The indefinite continued progress of existence and events in the past, present, and future regarded as a whole, and the text notes that C production stability on both days of the competition, regardless of the time of the day when samples were collected, suggests that the influence of the circadian rhythm on the hormone response patterns was limited.[134] (3) Time is something that children with ADHD experience alterations in their perception, and it is an important factor in time management behaviors.[135] (4) Represented by T i in the DD method formula, this takes the value of 1 if the results are for T 1 time and 0 if the results are for T 0 time.[136] (5) One of the disadvantages with greater percentage when using digital portfolios, alongside uncertainty, usefulness of OneDrive and autonomy, according to study results.[137]
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This is the duration. Data on reaction time was obtained from the adolescents.[138] (2) The text emphasizes the importance of this in the context of traumatic brain injury and patient outcomes, particularly the door-to-skin time.[139] (3) This is a measure of duration.[140] (4) Time is a fundamental dimension used to measure the duration of events, such as the length of a treatment course or the interval between treatments.[141] (5) This refers to the duration, and some patients may not have time to record PGHD.[142]
From: South African Journal of Physiotherapy
(1) This is a period when the exercises are performed, and the best time is just before a meal.[143] (2) This is a measurement used in lung function tests, such as FEV1, to measure how quickly air is exhaled.[144] (3) This is a factor in determining the suitability of a prosthesis, which should be considered before prescribing a prosthesis to address potential maintenance needs.[145] (4) The question is, how to achieve this in the most cost -, time - and energy effective way, highlighting the need for efficient professional development methods.[146] (5) This is one of the barriers to physical activity, representing the lack of time available for exercise, as reported by the study participants.[147]
From: South African Family Practice
(1) Time is one of the four dimensions used to measure patient satisfaction, along with information provision, clinicians’ communication skills, and patient’s confidence in the clinician.[148] (2) This refers to the measured or measurable period, that the public sector does not have to spend on new technologies.[149] (3) This is a precious commodity that can be difficult to find due to professional and personal demands.[150] (4) Time is described as something that has to be managed, even if it's all in the mind, and the author never understands where it goes during a normal day of appointments, despite it ticking away.[151]
From: South African Journal of HIV Medicine
(1) This is the measure of duration, and is a factor in adherence to medication, particularly regarding the timing of doses.[152] (2) This refers to a period of existence.[153] (3) Time is a factor in healthcare, and the study investigated the time to ART initiation.[154]
From: African Journal of Primary Health Care and Family Medicine
(1) This refers to the point in the schedule when the screening tests were conducted.[155] (2) The measured or measurable period during which an action, process, or condition exists or continues; this was also a factor influencing doctors' decisions on managing public-sector HIV/AIDS patients.[156] (3) This is a factor that influences medical decisions, as doctors may consider the timing of a transfusion, particularly in emergency situations.[157]
From: Onderstepoort Journal of Veterinary Research
(1) This is the duration of exposure to heat, measured in minutes, used to assess the thermostability.[158] (2) A crucial factor in evaluating the effectiveness of the vaccines, measured in terms of healing and the immune response, indicating its role.[159]
From: Asian Journal of Pharmaceutics
(1) This is a significant determinant of therapeutic success, because physiological functions oscillate rhythmically.[160] (2) It indicates the time in hours at which blood glucose levels were measured.[161]
From: Journal of Public Health in Africa
(1) The duration of the study.[162]
From: Religions Journal (MDPI)
(1) According to Vvedensky’s most often cited statement, it is one of the three things, along with God and death, that the poet was interested in.[163] (2) A concept that is central to understanding the ongoing impacts of settler colonialism, emphasizing that historical events and injustices continue to shape the present.[164] (3) Time is a surprisingly neglected theme within the scholarly literature on ritual, but is especially attentive to Christian ritual time in light of the Christianity’s particular spiritual and ethical claims.[165] (4) It is a crucial element in understanding music's ontological reality, with attempts made to mute this reality in service of creating a sense of timelessness, often linked to eternity.[166] (5) Time is related to the sense of hearing, which helps establish important categories of relation to the Divine and is one of the three main categories used in film analysis.[167]
From: Religious Inquiries (Journal)
(1) A concept that is central to certain religions and philosophical discussions, often contrasted with space, and is considered inseparable from language and responsibility, providing a positive ethical content.[168]
From: South African Journal of Psychiatry
(1) This refers to the duration it takes to complete a task, used as a metric to assess the performance on the Tower of London.[169] (2) This is a measure of the duration of an event or activity, and is a factor considered by patients regarding waiting times and travel time.[170]
Classical concept of 'Time'
From: The Nicomachean Ethics of Aristotle
(1) The text states that it is not possible to move otherwise than in time, but it is possible to be pleased; the text emphasizes that movement takes time and is complete only in the whole time, while pleasure is complete at any and every time.[171]
From: Aesop's Fables (English translation)
(1) A factor which, along with place, can give an advantage to those lacking strength over those who are powerful.[172]
From: The History of Herodotus
(1) It had dropped off from lapse of it, and they were to be seen still lying at their feet even down to it.[173]
From: Ancient Egypt the Light of the World
(1) Measured by the circle of the bear, later more correctly measured by the moon-god Taht, and associated with the mistress of the firmamental waters.[174]