Significance of Circumstance
Synonyms: Situation, Condition, Event, Context, State, Environment, Factor, Position, Status, Setting
In Dutch: Omstandigheid; In Finnish: Olosuhteet; In Spanish: Circunstancia; In German: Umstand
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Buddhist concept of 'Circumstance'
In Buddhism, Circumstance denotes the varying conditions influencing one's perception of truth and the context in which a thing's nature is assessed. It emphasizes understanding how external factors shape internal realizations.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) The different conditions or situations that can affect one's understanding or perception of truth, as mentioned in the context of the moon and interpretations.[1] (2) The conditions or context under which the nature or essence of a thing is evaluated for its established status.[2]
Hindu concept of 'Circumstance'
In Hinduism, Circumstance encompasses various contextual factors—social, cultural, and situational—that shape ethical decision-making, influence literary representation, and affect relationship dynamics, ultimately highlighting the complexity of interpretation and understanding across different scenarios.
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) Conditions or contexts that affect how an object is represented verbally, influencing which qualities are emphasized.[3] (2) Conditions that may affect whether there is a difference in interpretation of a sentence with multiple verbs.[4] (3) The context or conditions under which certain grammatical characteristics are to be differentiated and analyzed.[5]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) The conditions under which relationships and actions must be reconsidered, reflecting the instability of friendships.[6]
From: Bhagavad-gita-rahasya (or Karma-yoga Shastra)
(1) Circumstances denote the specific social, cultural, or situational factors that influence ethical decision-making.[7]
The concept of Circumstance in local and regional sources
The keyphrase "Circumstance" in the text relates to the context or situation regarding the writer's request for clarification to Mrs. Coulston. It emphasizes understanding specific conditions surrounding the inquiry.
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) The writer requests that these be explained to Mrs. Coulston.[8]