Significance of Bhumi
Synonyms: Earth, Land, Soil, Ground, Territory, Surface
In Dutch: Bhumi; In German: Bhumi; In Finnish: Bhumi; In Spanish: Bhumi
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Buddhist concept of 'Bhumi'
Bhumi in Buddhism signifies stages of spiritual development on the bodhisattva path, delineating levels of enlightenment and realization, outlining the progress and virtues that lead toward ultimate enlightenment in the Mahayana tradition.
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) Bhumi refers to the 'grounds' or levels of realization that bodhisattvas progress through on their path towards enlightenment.[1] (2) Stages of spiritual development in Mahayana Buddhism, with the Pratyutpannasamadhi being relevant to bodhisattvas of higher bhumis.[2] (3) The term represents 'grounds' or stages in the spiritual path of both bodhisattvas and others.[3] (4) The first size-range of fish that are consumed by those in a larger second range.[4] (5) Levels or stages within the Bodhisattva path that denote different phases of spiritual development and realization.[5]
From: Mahavastu (great story)
(1) Stages of spiritual development that the Buddha Shakyamuni advanced through, specifically from the first to the seventh.[6] (2) Referring to different levels or realms of existence as noted in the text.[7] (3) Stages or levels of spiritual development in the path of a Bodhisattva, particularly referring to the first through seventh stages in the context of this narrative.[8]
From: Mahayana Mahaparinirvana Sutra
(1) A stage or level of spiritual attainment in the Bodhisattva path, often referred to as 鈥榞rounds鈥� or 鈥榙omains鈥� showcasing a Bodhisattva's virtues.[9]
From: The Great Chariot
(1) Stages of spiritual realization in the Mahayana tradition, specifically referring to the levels of a bodhisattva.[10] (2) Stages of spiritual attainment in the bodhisattva path that correspond to levels of enlightenment and realization.[11] (3) Stages of spiritual development in the Mahayana tradition that lead to enlightenment.[12] (4) A level or stage in meditation, each with different qualities, understandings, and the ability to abandon defilements.[13] (5) The various stages of spiritual development and realization within the practice.[14]
From: Patthana Dhamma
(1) The planes where different classes of beings with corresponding mental states exist.[15]
Hindu concept of 'Bhumi'
In Hinduism, Bhumi symbolizes various foundational aspects, from architectural principles in Vastushastra to representing the Earth and the goddess associated with it, underscoring its importance as the basis of existence and constructed environments.
From: Vastu-shastra (Introduction to Indian architecture)
(1) A technical term related to foundational aspects in architectural design mentioned in Jataka texts.[16] (2) One of the constituent elements of Vastu according to Mayamata.[17] (3) Referring to the foundational layers in temple architecture, significant in the construction practices outlined in Vastushastra.[18] (4) The foundation or base of a constructed environment, seen as the primary element in the definition of Vastu in the Mayamata.[19] (5) The storeys of a temple's superstructure, which vary in height and decoration throughout the temple鈥檚 design.[20]
From: Devi Bhagavata Purana
(1) A name for the Earth, emphasizing its role as the foundation of all existence.[21]
The concept of Bhumi in local and regional sources
Bhumi pertains to the concept of a flat Earth in Puranic cosmography, indicating its significance in regional literature and beliefs regarding the structure of the universe and the nature of the Earth.
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) Bhumi is a flat Earth, and is used in Puranic cosmography.[22]