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Bodhisattva refers to: A key concept in Mahayana Buddhism referring to an enlightened being who seeks to attain Buddhahood for the benefit of all sentient beings... An individual who has generated the mind of supreme perfect enlightenment and is dedicated to achieving Buddhahood for the benefit of all sentient beings.
Bodhisattva refers to: A key concept in Mahayana Buddhism referring to an enlightened being who seeks to attain Buddhahood for the benefit of all sentient beings... An individual who has generated the mind of supreme perfect enlightenment and is dedicated to achieving Buddhahood for the benefit of all sentient beings.
159 concepts in 1 topics and 20 sources.
Nirvana refers to: A transcendent state free from suffering and individual existence, a key goal in Buddhist practice discussed throughout the treatise... The ultimate spiritual goal in Buddhism, representing liberation from suffering and the cycle of rebirth.
Nirvana refers to: A transcendent state free from suffering and individual existence, a key goal in Buddhist practice discussed throughout the treatise... The ultimate spiritual goal in Buddhism, representing liberation from suffering and the cycle of rebirth.
117 concepts in 1 topics and 20 sources.
Buddha refers to: Buddhas refers to the enlightened beings, each having distinct lifespans and qualities, such as the aforementioned figures... Enlightened beings who embody ultimate wisdom and compassion, serving as inspiration and support for the bodhisattva.
Buddha refers to: Buddhas refers to the enlightened beings, each having distinct lifespans and qualities, such as the aforementioned figures... Enlightened beings who embody ultimate wisdom and compassion, serving as inspiration and support for the bodhisattva.
221 concepts in 1 topics and 19 sources.
Tathagata refers to: A title often used to refer to the Buddha, meaning 'one who has thus gone' or 'the one who has attained truth'. It signifies a person who preaches the nature of dharmas as they have understood them... The Tathagata is a title for the Buddha, emphasizing his enlightened state and authority in explaining the causes and cessation of phenomena.
Tathagata refers to: A title often used to refer to the Buddha, meaning 'one who has thus gone' or 'the one who has attained truth'. It signifies a person who preaches the nature of dharmas as they have understood them... The Tathagata is a title for the Buddha, emphasizing his enlightened state and authority in explaining the causes and cessation of phenomena.
103 concepts in 1 topics and 19 sources.
Buddha's Teaching refers to: The teachings attributed to Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha), which encompass a wide array of doctrines, practices, and ethical guidelines... The fundamental doctrines of Buddhism that the Traité aims to elucidate through commentary on the Prajnaparamitasutra.
Buddha's Teaching refers to: The teachings attributed to Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha), which encompass a wide array of doctrines, practices, and ethical guidelines... The fundamental doctrines of Buddhism that the Traité aims to elucidate through commentary on the Prajnaparamitasutra.
167 concepts in 1 topics and 18 sources.
Great Compassion refers to: The profound empathy and loving-kindness of the Buddha towards all beings, compelling him to teach and liberate others... An essential quality in Buddhism reflecting a deep and unconditional love and concern for the well-being of all beings.
Great Compassion refers to: The profound empathy and loving-kindness of the Buddha towards all beings, compelling him to teach and liberate others... An essential quality in Buddhism reflecting a deep and unconditional love and concern for the well-being of all beings.
172 concepts in 1 topics and 17 sources.
Dharma refers to: The teachings of the Buddha, which form the basis of the Traité and the author's analysis of the various paths and practices in Buddhism... Various doctrines or phenomena that do not originate from themselves, nor from external factors, but are instead dependent on causes and conditions.
Dharma refers to: The teachings of the Buddha, which form the basis of the Traité and the author's analysis of the various paths and practices in Buddhism... Various doctrines or phenomena that do not originate from themselves, nor from external factors, but are instead dependent on causes and conditions.
84 concepts in 1 topics and 16 sources.
Samsara refers to: The cycle of birth, life, death, and rebirth that one aims to escape through the practice of generosity and wisdom... The endless cycle of birth, death, and rebirth that beings experience, characterized by suffering and existential confusion.
Samsara refers to: The cycle of birth, life, death, and rebirth that one aims to escape through the practice of generosity and wisdom... The endless cycle of birth, death, and rebirth that beings experience, characterized by suffering and existential confusion.
69 concepts in 1 topics and 16 sources.
Buddhahood refers to: The state achieved by a bodhisattva after successfully following the path leading to supreme perfect enlightenment... Buddhahood represents the ultimate state of enlightenment where one realizes the nature of reality and achieves liberation from the cycle of rebirths.
Buddhahood refers to: The state achieved by a bodhisattva after successfully following the path leading to supreme perfect enlightenment... Buddhahood represents the ultimate state of enlightenment where one realizes the nature of reality and achieves liberation from the cycle of rebirths.
135 concepts in 1 topics and 15 sources.
Buddhadharma refers to: The overall teachings of Buddhism that encompass various doctrines and practices, of which the Prajnaparamita is a significant part... The teachings and doctrines of the Buddha, encompassing all truths and good words spoken by the Buddha and other beings.
Buddhadharma refers to: The overall teachings of Buddhism that encompass various doctrines and practices, of which the Prajnaparamita is a significant part... The teachings and doctrines of the Buddha, encompassing all truths and good words spoken by the Buddha and other beings.
83 concepts in 1 topics and 15 sources.
Mahayana refers to: A major branch of Buddhism that emphasizes the role of the bodhisattva and the attainment of Buddhahood for all beings... A branch of Buddhism that emphasizes the altruistic pursuit for the welfare of all sentient beings.
Mahayana refers to: A major branch of Buddhism that emphasizes the role of the bodhisattva and the attainment of Buddhahood for all beings... A branch of Buddhism that emphasizes the altruistic pursuit for the welfare of all sentient beings.
101 concepts in 1 topics and 13 sources.
Living Being refers to: Living beings refer to all sentient entities that the upasaka vows not to kill as part of their commitment to the fivefold discipline... Refers to all creatures that exist and are capable of feeling or experiencing life.
Living Being refers to: Living beings refer to all sentient entities that the upasaka vows not to kill as part of their commitment to the fivefold discipline... Refers to all creatures that exist and are capable of feeling or experiencing life.
64 concepts in 1 topics and 13 sources.
Sutra refers to: Canonical texts in Buddhism which form the foundation of the teachings, often containing dialogues or discourses of the Buddha... A type of Buddhist scripture, many of which present teachings attributed directly to the Buddha.
Sutra refers to: Canonical texts in Buddhism which form the foundation of the teachings, often containing dialogues or discourses of the Buddha... A type of Buddhist scripture, many of which present teachings attributed directly to the Buddha.
58 concepts in 1 topics and 13 sources.
Jambudvipa refers to: The mythical continent where the teachings of the Buddha, including the Prajnaparamita, are disseminated... Refers to a place that is illuminated by the rays of the Buddha, symbolizing a significant spiritual location.
Jambudvipa refers to: The mythical continent where the teachings of the Buddha, including the Prajnaparamita, are disseminated... Refers to a place that is illuminated by the rays of the Buddha, symbolizing a significant spiritual location.
51 concepts in 1 topics and 13 sources.
Samadhi refers to: A meditative concentration or state of mental stability that allows insights into the true nature of reality, essential for achieving liberation... A state of meditative absorption or concentration that plays a vital role in Buddhist practice and understanding.
Samadhi refers to: A meditative concentration or state of mental stability that allows insights into the true nature of reality, essential for achieving liberation... A state of meditative absorption or concentration that plays a vital role in Buddhist practice and understanding.
44 concepts in 1 topics and 13 sources.
Enlightenment refers to: The profound realization achieved by the Buddha, recognized as one of the significant reasons for the trembling of the earth... The ultimate understanding and realization that brings liberation from suffering.
Enlightenment refers to: The profound realization achieved by the Buddha, recognized as one of the significant reasons for the trembling of the earth... The ultimate understanding and realization that brings liberation from suffering.
39 concepts in 1 topics and 13 sources.
Four noble truth refers to: The teachings delivered by the Buddha to his disciples at Benares, concerning the nature of suffering and its cessation... A fundamental teaching of Buddhism that outlines the nature of suffering and the path to liberation.
Four noble truth refers to: The teachings delivered by the Buddha to his disciples at Benares, concerning the nature of suffering and its cessation... A fundamental teaching of Buddhism that outlines the nature of suffering and the path to liberation.
95 concepts in 1 topics and 12 sources.
Buddha Nature refers to: The inherent potential for enlightenment present in all sentient beings... The intrinsic quality present in every being, often compared to hidden gold, which is obscured by defilements and ignorance.
Buddha Nature refers to: The inherent potential for enlightenment present in all sentient beings... The intrinsic quality present in every being, often compared to hidden gold, which is obscured by defilements and ignorance.
81 concepts in 1 topics and 12 sources.
Emptiness refers to: A central tenet of Mahayana thought that asserts that all phenomena are empty of intrinsic existence, thereby challenging perceptions of reality... A core concept in Buddhism referring to the absence of inherent existence, suggesting that all things are interdependent.
Emptiness refers to: A central tenet of Mahayana thought that asserts that all phenomena are empty of intrinsic existence, thereby challenging perceptions of reality... A core concept in Buddhism referring to the absence of inherent existence, suggesting that all things are interdependent.
77 concepts in 1 topics and 12 sources.
Arhat refers to: A person who has attained nirvana and is free from the cycle of rebirth, but may have limitations in the compassion directed towards others compared to a bodhisattva... A person who has destroyed all afflictions and impurities and is worthy of veneration, characterized by the negation of rebirth.
Arhat refers to: A person who has attained nirvana and is free from the cycle of rebirth, but may have limitations in the compassion directed towards others compared to a bodhisattva... A person who has destroyed all afflictions and impurities and is worthy of veneration, characterized by the negation of rebirth.
73 concepts in 1 topics and 12 sources.
Supernatural power refers to: The inherent abilities of the Buddhas to manifest and aid beings, demonstrating their vast capacities for transformation and salvation... The capabilities of the bodhisattva to perform miraculous feats, categorized as abhijnas, such as transformation and insight.
Supernatural power refers to: The inherent abilities of the Buddhas to manifest and aid beings, demonstrating their vast capacities for transformation and salvation... The capabilities of the bodhisattva to perform miraculous feats, categorized as abhijnas, such as transformation and insight.
56 concepts in 1 topics and 12 sources.
Three worlds refers to: The three worlds (kama-, rupa-, and arupyadhatu) refer to the realms of existence considered within Buddhist cosmology, which the bodhisattva includes in his feelings of the immeasurables... The realms of existence that beings navigate, accumulating sins and merits throughout their existence.
Three worlds refers to: The three worlds (kama-, rupa-, and arupyadhatu) refer to the realms of existence considered within Buddhist cosmology, which the bodhisattva includes in his feelings of the immeasurables... The realms of existence that beings navigate, accumulating sins and merits throughout their existence.
55 concepts in 1 topics and 12 sources.
Impermanence refers to: One of the sixteen aspects of truths, which signifies the transient nature of all phenomena... The understanding that all conditioned dharmas are transient and do not last indefinitely.
Impermanence refers to: One of the sixteen aspects of truths, which signifies the transient nature of all phenomena... The understanding that all conditioned dharmas are transient and do not last indefinitely.
49 concepts in 1 topics and 12 sources.
Bodhi Tree refers to: A sacred tree in Buddhism, referred to as 'bodhivriksha', where the Buddha attained enlightenment... The location where the Buddha goes to achieve enlightenment and destroy two kinds of Maras.
Bodhi Tree refers to: A sacred tree in Buddhism, referred to as 'bodhivriksha', where the Buddha attained enlightenment... The location where the Buddha goes to achieve enlightenment and destroy two kinds of Maras.
30 concepts in 1 topics and 12 sources.
Buddhist teaching refers to: The extensive knowledge and instructions provided by the Buddha, which detail the paths to enlightenment and understanding of the nature of existence... The doctrines and lessons imparted by the Buddha, as preserved in various texts often written in Buddhist Hybrid Sanskrit.
Buddhist teaching refers to: The extensive knowledge and instructions provided by the Buddha, which detail the paths to enlightenment and understanding of the nature of existence... The doctrines and lessons imparted by the Buddha, as preserved in various texts often written in Buddhist Hybrid Sanskrit.
70 concepts in 1 topics and 11 sources.
Sentient being refers to: Sattva, a term used to denote individual living entities, which are often misunderstood to be distinct from the five skandhas... All conscious beings that are believed to share a common potential for achieving enlightenment.
Sentient being refers to: Sattva, a term used to denote individual living entities, which are often misunderstood to be distinct from the five skandhas... All conscious beings that are believed to share a common potential for achieving enlightenment.
70 concepts in 1 topics and 11 sources.
Bodhi refers to: The state of awakening or enlightenment sought by practitioners on the bodhisattva path... The state of enlightenment or awakening that a bodhisattva strives to achieve for the benefit of all beings.
Bodhi refers to: The state of awakening or enlightenment sought by practitioners on the bodhisattva path... The state of enlightenment or awakening that a bodhisattva strives to achieve for the benefit of all beings.
57 concepts in 1 topics and 11 sources.
Wisdom refers to: Prajna, or the understanding that transcends conventional knowledge and recognizes the true nature of dharmas... The insight or understanding of true nature, crucial for overcoming the cycle of rebirth and achieving enlightenment.
Wisdom refers to: Prajna, or the understanding that transcends conventional knowledge and recognizes the true nature of dharmas... The insight or understanding of true nature, crucial for overcoming the cycle of rebirth and achieving enlightenment.
53 concepts in 1 topics and 11 sources.
Pratyekabuddha refers to: Individuals who have attained enlightenment on their own and may choose to enter nirvana at the appropriate time... A solitary enlightened being who is unaware of the minds of a Buddha.
Pratyekabuddha refers to: Individuals who have attained enlightenment on their own and may choose to enter nirvana at the appropriate time... A solitary enlightened being who is unaware of the minds of a Buddha.
38 concepts in 1 topics and 11 sources.
Birth and death refers to: The cyclical process of existence where birth (jati) denotes coming into being and death (marana) signifies the end of existence... Concepts central to Buddhist teachings, underscoring the cycle of existence that the Buddha's teachings aim to transcend.
Birth and death refers to: The cyclical process of existence where birth (jati) denotes coming into being and death (marana) signifies the end of existence... Concepts central to Buddhist teachings, underscoring the cycle of existence that the Buddha's teachings aim to transcend.
36 concepts in 1 topics and 11 sources.
Kalpa refers to: A long period in Buddhist cosmology, often used to denote vast timescales, beyond the scope of typical understanding for shravakas and pratyekabuddhas... A cosmic time cycle within which the bodhisattva preaches and adapts his teachings to the needs of beings.
Kalpa refers to: A long period in Buddhist cosmology, often used to denote vast timescales, beyond the scope of typical understanding for shravakas and pratyekabuddhas... A cosmic time cycle within which the bodhisattva preaches and adapts his teachings to the needs of beings.
35 concepts in 1 topics and 11 sources.
Karma refers to: Refers to action that influences future outcomes, playing a crucial role in the concept of ripening cause... The actions and deeds that influence the cycle of rebirth and the quality of future existences.
Karma refers to: Refers to action that influences future outcomes, playing a crucial role in the concept of ripening cause... The actions and deeds that influence the cycle of rebirth and the quality of future existences.
34 concepts in 1 topics and 11 sources.
Three vehicles refers to: The paths leading to enlightenment in Buddhism, commonly seen as the paths of the hearer (shravaka), solitary buddha (pratyekabuddha), and bodhisattva... The collective teachings and paths within Buddhism encompassing the shravaka, pratyekabuddha, and Buddha, all leading to supreme complete enlightenment.
Three vehicles refers to: The paths leading to enlightenment in Buddhism, commonly seen as the paths of the hearer (shravaka), solitary buddha (pratyekabuddha), and bodhisattva... The collective teachings and paths within Buddhism encompassing the shravaka, pratyekabuddha, and Buddha, all leading to supreme complete enlightenment.
34 concepts in 1 topics and 11 sources.
Lion's roar refers to: A declaration of the Buddha's supreme authority and clarity in teaching the Dharma... A phrase used to describe the powerful and confident declaration made by the Bodhisattva, symbolizing authority and the spreading of his teachings.
Lion's roar refers to: A declaration of the Buddha's supreme authority and clarity in teaching the Dharma... A phrase used to describe the powerful and confident declaration made by the Bodhisattva, symbolizing authority and the spreading of his teachings.
34 concepts in 1 topics and 11 sources.
Paramita refers to: The perfections or qualities that a bodhisattva must develop in their spiritual practice... Perfections practiced by bodhisattvas that are essential for achieving enlightenment and aiding others in their spiritual paths.
Paramita refers to: The perfections or qualities that a bodhisattva must develop in their spiritual practice... Perfections practiced by bodhisattvas that are essential for achieving enlightenment and aiding others in their spiritual paths.
33 concepts in 1 topics and 11 sources.
Supreme Enlightenment refers to: The ultimate goal in Buddhism, representing the highest level of understanding and realization of truth... The ultimate realization and awakening achieved by fully understanding the teachings of the Buddha and transcending worldly concerns.
Supreme Enlightenment refers to: The ultimate goal in Buddhism, representing the highest level of understanding and realization of truth... The ultimate realization and awakening achieved by fully understanding the teachings of the Buddha and transcending worldly concerns.
28 concepts in 1 topics and 11 sources.
Manjushri refers to: A significant bodhisattva associated with wisdom, who has the ability to appear in multiple forms for the benefit of sentient beings... A well-known Bodhisattva recognized for his wisdom, who exemplifies the qualities inspiring devotion in practitioners.
Manjushri refers to: A significant bodhisattva associated with wisdom, who has the ability to appear in multiple forms for the benefit of sentient beings... A well-known Bodhisattva recognized for his wisdom, who exemplifies the qualities inspiring devotion in practitioners.
26 concepts in 1 topics and 11 sources.
Spiritual practice refers to: Activities and disciplines pursued by practitioners to develop their minds, attain insight, and progress on the path toward liberation... Activities and disciplines that lead one towards enlightenment, including meditation, moral conduct, and wisdom.
Spiritual practice refers to: Activities and disciplines pursued by practitioners to develop their minds, attain insight, and progress on the path toward liberation... Activities and disciplines that lead one towards enlightenment, including meditation, moral conduct, and wisdom.
21 concepts in 1 topics and 11 sources.
Maitreya refers to: The future Buddha who is prophesied to come to the world and teach the Dharma, regarded as an important figure in Buddhist eschatology... The future Buddha in Buddhist tradition who is prophesied to appear and help beings achieve enlightenment.
Maitreya refers to: The future Buddha who is prophesied to come to the world and teach the Dharma, regarded as an important figure in Buddhist eschatology... The future Buddha in Buddhist tradition who is prophesied to appear and help beings achieve enlightenment.
15 concepts in 1 topics and 11 sources.
Good deed refers to: Actions characterized by charity, morality, justice, and self-denial that the Bodhisattva engages in, aimed at benefiting others... Actions performed by beings that accumulate positive karma and lead towards spiritual progress and enlightenment.
Good deed refers to: Actions characterized by charity, morality, justice, and self-denial that the Bodhisattva engages in, aimed at benefiting others... Actions performed by beings that accumulate positive karma and lead towards spiritual progress and enlightenment.
104 concepts in 1 topics and 10 sources.
Ten Directions refers to: Symbolizes the comprehensive nature of understanding that encompasses all spatial directions... Refers to the infinite directions of space, indicating the universality of the Buddha's teachings and presence.
Ten Directions refers to: Symbolizes the comprehensive nature of understanding that encompasses all spatial directions... Refers to the infinite directions of space, indicating the universality of the Buddha's teachings and presence.
94 concepts in 1 topics and 10 sources.
Skillful means refers to: The practices and methods employed by a bodhisattva to assist others in achieving enlightenment, tailored to their specific needs... The methods employed by the Buddha to teach and guide beings at their level of understanding and capacity.
Skillful means refers to: The practices and methods employed by a bodhisattva to assist others in achieving enlightenment, tailored to their specific needs... The methods employed by the Buddha to teach and guide beings at their level of understanding and capacity.
47 concepts in 1 topics and 10 sources.
Dhyana refers to: Meditative absorptions or states that are a key part of the Buddhist practice, leading to deeper understanding and mastery over thoughts and sensations... States of deep meditative absorption that are categorized into four distinct stages within the rupadhatu, each housing different groups of gods.
Dhyana refers to: Meditative absorptions or states that are a key part of the Buddhist practice, leading to deeper understanding and mastery over thoughts and sensations... States of deep meditative absorption that are categorized into four distinct stages within the rupadhatu, each housing different groups of gods.
44 concepts in 1 topics and 10 sources.
Mara refers to: A figure that represents temptation and obstacles to spiritual progress, often opposing the teachings of the Buddha... A demon associated with death and desire who tried to deceive king Shuddhodana about the Bodhisattva's enlightenment.
Mara refers to: A figure that represents temptation and obstacles to spiritual progress, often opposing the teachings of the Buddha... A demon associated with death and desire who tried to deceive king Shuddhodana about the Bodhisattva's enlightenment.
44 concepts in 1 topics and 10 sources.
Samgha refers to: In the language of the Ts’in, samgha means assembly, referring to the gathering of many bhikshus in one place... The community of practitioners which includes both the ordained monks and the lay followers.
Samgha refers to: In the language of the Ts’in, samgha means assembly, referring to the gathering of many bhikshus in one place... The community of practitioners which includes both the ordained monks and the lay followers.
33 concepts in 1 topics and 10 sources.
Compassion refers to: Known as 'karuna', it embodies the feeling of wishing to alleviate the suffering of others... The deep care and empathy the bodhisattva feels for all beings, motivating them to alleviate suffering.
Compassion refers to: Known as 'karuna', it embodies the feeling of wishing to alleviate the suffering of others... The deep care and empathy the bodhisattva feels for all beings, motivating them to alleviate suffering.
27 concepts in 1 topics and 10 sources.
Buddhas and bodhisattvas refers to: Buddhas are fully enlightened beings, while bodhisattvas are those who seek enlightenment for themselves and others... Refer to enlightened beings who derive their liberation and understanding from Prajna, emphasizing its central role in the path to enlightenment.
Buddhas and bodhisattvas refers to: Buddhas are fully enlightened beings, while bodhisattvas are those who seek enlightenment for themselves and others... Refer to enlightened beings who derive their liberation and understanding from Prajna, emphasizing its central role in the path to enlightenment.
25 concepts in 1 topics and 10 sources.
The Tathagata refers to: A term referring to the Buddha, representing one who has attained enlightenment and embodies eternal and unchanging truth... A title for the Buddha, meaning 'the one who has thus gone' or 'the one who has attained enlightenment.'
The Tathagata refers to: A term referring to the Buddha, representing one who has attained enlightenment and embodies eternal and unchanging truth... A title for the Buddha, meaning 'the one who has thus gone' or 'the one who has attained enlightenment.'
25 concepts in 1 topics and 10 sources.
Dharani refers to: Dharanis are preparatory practices tied to obtaining deeper understanding and retention of knowledge, particularly in a Buddhist context... Techniques or principles used by bodhisattvas to maintain and retain good qualities and faculties.
Dharani refers to: Dharanis are preparatory practices tied to obtaining deeper understanding and retention of knowledge, particularly in a Buddhist context... Techniques or principles used by bodhisattvas to maintain and retain good qualities and faculties.
18 concepts in 1 topics and 10 sources.
Fearlessness refers to: The state of being without fear, which the Buddha exemplified, allowing him to preach the Dharma confidently... The state of being free from fear, often associated with the teachings and presence of the Buddha.
Fearlessness refers to: The state of being without fear, which the Buddha exemplified, allowing him to preach the Dharma confidently... The state of being free from fear, often associated with the teachings and presence of the Buddha.