Significance of Ungrateful
According to Purana, the term ungrateful identifies both a type of sinner who cannot find expiation except through the waters of Jabalitirtha and a state of missing appreciation or thankfulness. This lack of gratitude is especially significant in relation to societal and spiritual responsibilities within the Brahmana community. The concept emphasizes the importance of recognizing and valuing one's duties and contributions to avoid the classification of being ungrateful.
Synonyms: Ungracious, Discontented
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Hindu concept of 'Ungrateful'
In Hinduism, "Ungrateful" signifies a lack of appreciation for societal and spiritual responsibilities, characterizing a sinner without redemption, except through the Jabalitirtha waters, highlighting the importance of gratitude in the Brahmana community.
From: Skanda Purana
(1) A state of lacking appreciation or thankfulness, particularly related to societal and spiritual duties within the context of the Brahmana community.[1] (2) Describes a type of sinner mentioned in the text, who likewise faces no expiation outside of the waters of Jabalitirtha.[2]
From: Brahma Purana
(1) A term describing those who lack appreciation for divine grace and are thus excluded from Vishnu's realm.[3]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) Describes Duryodhana's lack of appreciation or thankfulness towards those who wish him well.[4]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki
(1) Refers to those who do not appreciate help or kindness, causing Nala to advocate for a more forceful approach.[5]
From: Bhajana-Rahasya
(1) Lacking appreciation or thankfulness for what one has received from others or from the divine.[6]
From: Prem Sagar (English translation)
(1) Describing a person who fails to acknowledge or remember good deeds done for them; identified by Shri Krishna as the most ungrateful of all.[7]