Significance of Well
Synonyms: Good, Fine, Great, Satisfactory, Acceptable, Proficient, Skilled, Competent, Healthy, Moral, Sound, All right
In Portugese: Bem; In Italian: Bene; In German: Also; In Dutch: Goed; In Finnish: Hyvin; In Spanish: Bien; In French: Bien; In Malay: Baiklah; In Swedish: Väl; In Polish: Dobrze
The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.
Buddhist concept of 'Well'
In Buddhism, "Well" symbolizes various concepts. It can be a physical space revealing emptiness, a teacher's acceptance, a place for contemplating reflections, a site of misfortune, a resource for community, or a metaphor for life's traps and difficult choices.
From: Vinaya (2): The Mahavagga
(1) The expected response from the acariya, indicating acceptance of the request to become the student's guide.[1] (2) A water source mentioned in the context of building and provisions for the Samgha and laypersons.[2]
From: Dhammapada (Illustrated)
(1) A metaphor for a precarious situation; represents a trap that the man fell into, illustrating the choices faced in life.[3]
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) The well is the place where a thief was thrown.[4]
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) A deep reservoir of water where the sun's reflected image can be perceived, contributing to discussions about the nature of reflections.[5]
From: Shurangama Sutra (with commentary) (English)
(1) This is a structure dug into the earth, and it is the location where the removal of earth makes the presence of emptiness apparent, and it is a place of emptiness.[6]
Hindu concept of 'Well'
In Hinduism, "Well" encompasses multiple meanings. It can be a physical location like a water source, a site sanctified by the Lord, or a location of transformation. The term also references a specific narrative element, as well as a metaphorical representation of a source or reservoir.
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) The statement indicates that the Lord was in a situation where the Lord had fallen into the well, a physical predicament causing distress among devotees.[7] (2) The well is the location that the Ganges river entered, which prompted a specific action from the people involved, as the narrative indicates.[8] (3) A metaphorical expression indicating a source or reservoir, which in this context reflects a transformation related to the presence of the Lord.[9] (4) A physical location that has been sanctified by the Lord in the context of the text.[10] (5) A specific topic described in the book related to Paramananda Puri in Nilacala.[11]
From: Asvalayana-grihya-sutra
(1) The Snataka shall not descend into a well.[12]
From: Baudhayana Dharmasutra
(1) The text says that water in wells is fit for use even from a person whose food must not be eaten, indicating that certain sources of water are acceptable regardless of the source.[13]
From: Sankhayana-grihya-sutra
(1) These are water sources that are subject to a ritualistic process alongside ponds and tanks, for the purpose of sanctification.[14]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Shastri)
(1) Sources of water, including holy rivers and lakes, used for the installation, as stated in the provided text.[15]
From: Abhinaya-darpana (English)
(1) This describes a state of good health and prosperity.[16]
Jain concept of 'Well'
In Jainism, "Well" symbolizes a place of deceit and violence. It represents the location where a wife's manipulative actions lead to a fatal conflict with her co-wife, highlighting themes of betrayal and destructive rivalry.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) The location where the first wife lures her co-wife, leading to a deadly confrontation.[17]
The concept of Well in local and regional sources
The "Well" symbolizes various significant story elements. It represents locations of pivotal events like betrayals and rescues. It's tied to favorable conditions, a source of water, and transformative moments for characters, including the writer's improved health. The Well's presence is integral to the narrative.
From: Village Folk-tales of Ceylon (Sri Lanka), vol. 1-3
(1) The well is a crucial element in the story, where the Yaka cuts it and places the Damunu tree, struggling to pull it up.[18] (2) The well was a location mentioned on the stone, and it led to a palace and the Princess, which changed the characters' lives.[19] (3) The location the King commands the youngest Prince to descend into, later leading to the King’s demise.[20] (4) The location where the Princess was pushed by the smith woman and where the blind man later came for water.[21] (5) The place where Horikadaya was betrayed and ultimately killed by the Prince and the Minister.[22]
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) This refers to a state of favorable condition or good fortune, representing a positive outcome.[23] (2) The writer states that he is getting well, and that he is perfectly well, showing his improved health.[24]
From: Folklore of the Santal Parganas
(1) The location where Lita goes to break the fruit to release the Belbati Princess.[25]
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The source of water located beneath the banana leaves, suggesting a rural setting, where someone draws water.[26]
The concept of Well in scientific sources
Well signifies three distinct concepts. It describes a state of being worth cultivating through exercises, a positive coping assessment, and a type of water source used in a study for bacterial analysis.
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) These structures, which can be either shallow or deep, are used to extract water with buckets, ropes, and pumping machines for irrigation purposes.[27] (2) WELL is a globally recognized sustainability benchmark that is used to enhance the evaluation framework for healthcare buildings within the existing BEAM Plus standard.[28] (3) The WELL rating system successfully responded to the health and safety category, demonstrating a particular focus on specific sustainability pillars.[29] (4) Wells, along with water springs, are crucial sources, providing a substantial amount of drinkable water, specifically up to 86% for the island.[30] (5) Wells are mentioned as examples of channels, but the provided text does not elaborate on the specific characteristics or function of these wells.[31]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) Well is a term used to describe a state of being, with a frequency percentage of 2.56% in one of the questions.[32] (2) It are only located by county, and individual wells cannot be identified.[33]
From: Journal of Public Health in Africa
(1) A positive assessment of coping, indicating effective management.[34]
From: South African Journal of Physiotherapy
(1) This is a state of being, and it would be well worth while to teach the exercises.[35]
From: Onderstepoort Journal of Veterinary Research
(1) These are one of the types of water sources from which samples were collected and analyzed in the study to detect the presence of a specific bacterium.[36]
From: Religions Journal (MDPI)
(1) A place in Todtnauberg that has a star die on top.[37]
Classical concept of 'Well'
From: Aesop's Fables (English translation)
(1) A deep, dangerous place where a weary person almost fell; falling into it would cause blame to be placed on a specific character.[38] (2) The well is a small source of water where the Lion and the Boar meet and argue over who gets to drink first.[39]
From: The History of Herodotus
(1) Sources of brackish water for Egyptians who lived in the middle of the country, leading to the need for alternative water sources and the cutting up of the land.[40]