Significance of Class
Synonyms: Category, Group, Type, Division, Section, Cohort, Classification, Level, Rank
In Finnish: Luokka; In Dutch: Klas
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Hindu concept of 'Class'
In Hinduism, Class, interpreted through the term 'dama,' signifies a categorization system, particularly associated with hair. This concept reflects the broader societal structures and roles prevalent within the Hindu social framework.
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) The meaning of the term 'dama' which implies a categorization, in this context relating to hair.[1]
Jain concept of 'Class'
In Jainism, Class denotes the categorization of beings with similar attributes arising from name-karma, split into five classes reflecting their sensory capabilities. This classification underscores the spiritual significance of different life forms.
From: Tattvartha Sutra (with commentary)
(1) The grouping of beings that are alike, attained due to the rise of name-karma of jati. It is divided into five classes based on sensory capabilities.[2]
The concept of Class in local and regional sources
Class, in this context, signifies an educational session that is fixed in schedule, a subject to avoid misunderstanding, and also reflects the distribution of satisfactory publication numbers among a specific group.
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) The numbers of the publication have been received and distributed to this group, which is considered satisfactory.[3] (2) This is a particular class that the author is not to be tricked by.[4] (3) This is the educational session that the author is scheduled to teach and is unable to reschedule due to specific circumstances.[5]