Wealth: 2 definitions
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Wealth means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit, Jainism, Prakrit. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
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In Hinduism
Pancaratra (worship of Nārāyaṇa)
Source: archive.org: Catalogue of Pancaratra Agama TextsThose seeking “Wealth” are advised to worship icons of Dhanada, as discussed in the twenty-eighth chapter of the Naradiya-Samhita: a Pancaratra document comprising over 3000 verses in 30 chapters presenting in a narrative framework the teachings of Narada to Gautama, dealing primarily with modes of worship and festivals.—Description of the chapter [sarvadevatā-sthāpanavidhi]: Nārada describes the worship appropriate to each god for specified ends: [e.g., Dhanada for wealth (29-33а)] [...]. In discussing next the shrine dedicated to each, he describes their shapes, proportions, the building materials used, the types and postures of the icons contained therein, [...].
Pancaratra (पाञ्चरात्र, pāñcarātra) represents a tradition of Hinduism where Narayana is revered and worshipped. Closeley related to Vaishnavism, the Pancaratra literature includes various Agamas and tantras incorporating many Vaishnava philosophies.
In Jainism
General definition (in Jainism)
Source: The University of Sydney: A study of the Twelve ReflectionsWealth is easy to find (as opposed to Wisdom), as discussed in Bhūdhardās’s composition dealing with the twelve reflections (bhāvanā or anuprekṣā), also found in the Tattvārtha-sūtra.—Accordingly, “[...] [eliminating karma]—Follow the five great vows as well as the five mindfulnesses. Conquer the five powerful sense-organs and establish yourself firmly in elimination. (10) [the world]—The Cosmic Man stands fourteen rājus tall. Within him countless souls wander without knowledge. (11) [wisdom is difficult to obtain]—Wealth, prosperity, gold, the pleasures of power—all these are easy to find. What is difficult to get in saṃsāra is the single knowledge that is appropriate. (12) [...]”.
Jainism is an Indian religion of Dharma whose doctrine revolves around harmlessness (ahimsa) towards every living being. The two major branches (Digambara and Svetambara) of Jainism stimulate self-control (or, shramana, ‘self-reliance’) and spiritual development through a path of peace for the soul to progess to the ultimate goal.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Full-text (+3008): Dhana, Artha, Vitta, Draviṇa, Dhanamada, Svapateya, Lakshmi, Vasu, Dhanasa, Riddhi, Paradhana, Rayi, Dhanya, Sampad, Kubera, Vasundhara, Alpadhana, Sampatti, Dhanagama, Vibhava.
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Search found 436 books and stories containing Wealth; (plurals include: Wealths). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Rig Veda (translation and commentary) (by H. H. Wilson)
Laghu-yoga-vasistha (by K. Narayanasvami Aiyar)
Part 4 - The Story of Aindhava the son of Indhu or the Moon < [Chapter III - Utpatti-prakaraṇa]
Part 8 - The Story of Bhagīratha < [Chapter VI - Nirvāṇa-prakaraṇa]
Introduction on the Vairāgya-prakaraṇa < [Chapter I - Vairāgya-prakaraṇa]
Amarakoshodghatana of Kshirasvamin (study) (by A. Yamuna Devi)
Buddhism and Buddhist philosophy < [Chapter 4 - Cultural Aspects]
The Concept of Heaven < [Chapter 4 - Cultural Aspects]
Fauna (5): Domesticated animals (c): Large bull < [Chapter 5 - Aspects of Nature]
Artha and Arthasastra in the Puranic Iconography < [Purana, Volume 9, Part 2 (1967)]
Padmini-Vidya < [Purana, Volume 1, Part 2 (1960)]
The Seven-Sea gift in the Matsya-purana < [Purana, Volume 1, Part 2 (1960)]
Haribhakti-sudhodaya (by Tridandi Sri Bhakti Prajnan Yati Maharaj)
Gemstones of the Good Dhamma (by Ven. S. Dhammika)
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