Significance of Vision
Synonyms: Sight, Perception, View, Eyesight, Perspective, Foresight, Imagery, Dream, Discernment
In Dutch: Visie; In German: Vision; In Finnish: Visio; In Spanish: Visión
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Buddhist concept of 'Vision'
In Buddhism, Vision encompasses perceiving reality clearly, experiencing miraculous events linked to spiritual legacies, and personal spiritual encounters that aid in individual enlightenment and development, emphasizing its multidimensional aspect in understanding reality.
From: Blue Annals (deb-ther sngon-po)
(1) The experiences that U rgyan pa encountered during his practices, which played a significant role in his spiritual development.[1] (2) Miraculous appearances or experiences reported during significant events, such as rin chen mgon's cremation, indicating his spiritual legacy.[2]
From: Lankavatara Sutra
(1) The ability to perceive reality in its true form, often discussed in the context of enlightenment.[3]
Hindu concept of 'Vision'
In Hinduism, Vision encompasses Radha's perception of Krishna, divine insight granted to Yajnadatta’s son for understanding deities, and the awareness gained through sight, enriching comprehension of celestial forms and divine relationships.
From: Shiva Purana
(1) The divine sight granted to Yajnadatta’s son, allowing him to see the Goddess and understand his relationship to the divine.[4]
From: Yoga-sutras (with Bhoja’s Rajamartanda)
(1) Vision (Adarsha) refers to the knowledge produced by the organ of sight, which allows thorough perception of forms, ultimately leading to a comprehension of celestial shapes.[5]
From: Bhajana-Rahasya
(1) What Radha perceives as Krishna's appearances, which Krishna claims are real encounters.[6]
The concept of Vision in local and regional sources
Vision, in this context, pertains to Sabari's aspiration and imaginative foresight of a divine being. It signifies a shift in her focus from Mowdgalya to a higher, divine ideal that she is encouraged to pursue.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The ability to see in one's mind the ideal representation of the Lord, as Sabari envisions Rama after the sage's counsel.[7] (2) A poem by Baldoon Dhingra that showcases beauty but suffers from weak opening lines that shock due to poor phrasing.[8] (3) Refers to Sabari's imaginative foresight of a divine being she is encouraged to aspire towards instead of Mowdgalya.[9] (4) A profound insight or understanding that transcends ordinary perception, highlighting moments of clarity and enlightenment.[10]