Significance of Cause
Synonyms: Reason, Factor, Motive, Purpose, Origin, Source, Catalyst, Impetus
In Dutch: Oorzaak; In Finnish: Aiheuttaa; In Spanish: Causa; In German: Ursache
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Buddhist concept of 'Cause'
In Buddhism, "Cause" encompasses factors leading to results, including conditions for spiritual growth, events determining existence, and underlying reasons for phenomena. It emphasizes the relationship between actions and consequences, shaping the nature of reality and understanding existence.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) A conceptual identification of what is responsible for an effect, as referenced in the explanation of understanding the nature of 'the Thing' and its operations.[1] (2) The origin or reason that allows a thing to come into existence, which is considered necessary for understanding the nature of destruction.[2] (3) A factor or reason that brings about the Effect, suggesting a relationship in which the Effect is inherent to the Cause.[3] (4) The fundamental reason or entity responsible for the creation or existence of something.[4] (5) The overarching principle or entities, specifically Primordial Matter and God, that initiate and sustain various acts, including Creation.[5]
From: Akshayamatinirdesha [english]
(1) This refers to the factors that bring about results, and in the context of thought, it relates to the creation of conditions for spiritual development and transformation.[6] (2) The bodhisattvas possess knowledge of the underlying reasons for the vocal activity of beings, discerning the good, bad, or neutral motivations that give rise to their speech and utterances, and understanding their origins.[7]
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) The conditions or factors that lead to the existence of the dharmas.[8]
From: Patipada (path of practice)
(1) These are the factors that have brought about the results, indicating a relationship between actions and their consequences, where the outcomes are satisfying and give no cause for complaint.[9]
Hindu concept of 'Cause'
In Hinduism, "Cause" signifies the origin or initiating factor of effects, highlighting the connection between cause and effect, with Brahman as the ultimate source, underscoring the dependence of manifestations upon their origins.
From: Brahma Sutras (Shankaracharya)
(1) This is the origin of something, and is related to the discussion of the atoms.[10] (2) Cause refers to the efficient causes that are required for thought or action; these are absent in the state of dreaming, as the organs are drawn inward during sleep.[11] (3) He is declared to be the cause of it, therefore maya is meant to represent abundance, and the Scripture declares that Brahman is the cause of bliss, which is the ultimate Self.[12] (4) Causes are the required apparatus that must exist for something to originate, including inherent, non-inherent, and operative causes; ether lacks these.[13] (5) This is the origin or source of an effect, and the qualities inherent in the cause are compared to the qualities that manifest in the effect that is created, as mentioned in the provided text.[14]
From: Mundaka Upanishad with Shankara’s Commentary
(1) Cause in this context relates to the original source or origin from which the kalas and other elements emerge and to which they return.[15]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) The pranamaya, which exists independently in the absence of the effect.[16]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Gaudapa Karika and Shankara Bhashya)
(1) The underlying reason or principle that leads to the existence of something, in this context, referring to philosophical concepts in Samkhya and Vaisheshika schools.[17]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) The origin or factor responsible for producing effects or objects, which plays a crucial role in the discussion of Inherence.[18] (2) Factors that lead to the production of the effects, particularly in the context of the birth or emergence of forms.[19] (3) The reason or source from which the correct words are derived.[20] (4) The cause, referred to as 'hetu', has substance and quality as its scope, indicating its ability to lead to both material effects and actions.[21]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) A question posed by Rukmini regarding the reason behind Krishna’s delay.[22] (2) Refers to the reason behind the appearance of the blisters.[23]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) The reason or factor that initiated a significant change or development in the individual's life.[24]
From: Hitopadesha (English translation)
(1) The underlying reason for the noise that the King refers to, highlighting the need for investigation.[25]
From: Sushruta Samhita, Volume 6: Uttara-tantra
(1) Factors that lead to the aggravation of Pitta and Kapha, including dietary habits such as eating incompatible foods and sedentary lifestyle.[26]
The concept of Cause in local and regional sources
The keyphrase "Cause" encompasses the source of actions and their transformations, indicating a greater purpose, highlighting an intrinsic connection to both nature and the divine, while emphasizing the necessity of overcoming personal weaknesses to achieve desired effects.
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) The text explains this as the finer state from which a manifested or grosser state comes, suggesting that everything has a preceding form.[27] (2) This represents a purpose or mission that the writer is involved in, which influences the decision to undertake a journey.[28] (3) Cause is what there has to be when there is a world, and that cause is what is called God, which is the source of everything.[29] (4) The cause of a thing is sought out by the nature of the thing itself, which is the scientific approach, and is different from ignorance.[30] (5) The cause is mentioned to describe what you must go deep into. There are others who had sympathy in their hearts and who understood the idea that we must go deep into the cause, these were the great saints.[31]
From: Bede's Ecclesiastical History of England
(1) This is what Germanus was entreated to defend.[32]
The concept of Cause in scientific sources
The keyphrase "Cause" pertains to the fundamental reason for an obstruction that must be recognized and tackled within a treatment plan, emphasizing the importance of identifying underlying issues to ensure effective intervention.
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This is the underlying reason for the obstruction, which is identified and addressed in the treatment plan.[33]