Significance of Wind
The keyphrase "Wind" is associated with various interpretations across different texts. In Purana, it symbolizes concealment and represents threats to children's safety, while also being known by names like Anila and Matarishvan, emphasizing air and movement. Dharmashastra also recognizes Wind as 'Anila,' linking it to sensory perception. In Mahayana, Wind is described as a natural element that plays a role in creating mirages alongside sunlight in the desert. Each context highlights the significance of Wind in nature and spirituality.
Synonyms: Air, Breeze, Current, Gale
In Dutch: Wind
In Finnish: Tuuli
The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.
Buddhist concept of 'Wind'
In Buddhism, Wind symbolizes a natural element that, alongside sunlight, creates illusionary phenomena like mirages, illustrating the transient nature of reality and the importance of perceiving truth beyond deceptive appearances.
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) The movement of air that can influence the environment, particularly stirring up dust in the context of mirages and illusions.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Wind'
In Hinduism, Wind, or Anila, symbolizes the element of touch and movement, alongside fire as a threat, embodies concealment through Tirobhava, and is expressed through names like Matarishvan, reflecting its diverse attributes.
From: Shiva Purana
(1) Representing feathers and wings of the divine chariot, signifying movement and flexibility.[2] (2) The element associated with Tirobhava, or concealment.[3]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) Mentioned alongside fire, representing additional threats to the safety of Mandapala's children.[4] (2) The Wind is portrayed as a powerful force that interacts with the Salmali tree, expressing joy at the tree's diminished state after having cut off its own branches.[5]
From: Agni Purana
(1) An example represented by vayuh.[6] (2) Described with names like Anila and Matarishvan, denoting various aspects of air and movement.[7]
From: Linga Purana
(1) Represents a powerful natural element that embodies speed and movement.[8]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) Refers to Vayu, the deity representing wind, who also participated in the yajna.[9] (2) Element used in the metaphor conveying the power and force associated with Krishna's actions.[10] (3) A natural movement of air that can affect the environment, particularly in this context, as a force causing destruction.[11] (4) Refers to the natural element that is influenced to blow out of fear of Him.[12]
From: Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu
(1) A natural force seen as the cause of uprooting the arjuna trees, symbolizing a divine mechanism in action.[13] (2) An elemental force that can contribute to confusion of the mind, symbolizing unpredictability.[14]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) Also known as ‘anila’, this element is to be withdrawn into the organs of touch and movement.[15] (2) One of the eight guardian deities, signifying movement and change.[16] (3) The movement of air, characterized as colorless and difficult to see, making it important to avoid seeing it while engaging in certain acts.[17]
From: Sahitya-kaumudi by Baladeva Vidyabhushana
(1) An elemental force that signifies the passage of time, portrayed as blowing both day and night.[18]
From: Satapatha-brahmana
(1) Symbolizes the life force in a broader sense and corresponds to breath.[19]
From: Mundaka Upanishad with Shankara’s Commentary
(1) The wind is one of the elemental forms that emerge from the purusha, contributing to the physical world's composition.[20]
Jain concept of 'Wind'
In Jainism, Wind symbolizes change and movement, highlighting its significance as a natural element that influences transformation within the universe and reflects the dynamism inherent in all aspects of life.
From: Bhagavati-sutra (Viyaha-pannatti)
(1) Another natural element that represents change and movement; featured in the discussion topics.[21]
The concept of Wind in local and regional sources
Wind is described as moving air that interacts with rain and foliage, symbolizes change and movement, and is recognized by parents as a powerful force, influencing the Cloud's behavior.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) Referring to the moving air that interacts with the rain and the coconut leaves, enhancing the natural setting.[22] (2) A natural force that signifies change and movement in the world.[23]
From: Folklore of the Santal Parganas
(1) The third being the parents consult, acknowledged by the Cloud as greater due to its ability to move the Cloud.[24]