Significance of Dependent upon
The concept of "Dependent upon" in Tibetan Buddhism and other philosophical traditions signifies a state of reliance on external factors for existence or functioning. It encompasses various interpretations, including dependence on time and place, the influence of other entities, and the conditional nature of cognition and meaning. In other schools of thought, such as Vaishnavism and Vedanta, this term also highlights relationships of support and context reliance, emphasizing how elements depend on one another for identity, recognition, and stability.
Synonyms: Dependent on, Reliant on, Based on, Subject to
In Dutch: Afhankelijk van; In Finnish: Riippuvainen; In Spanish: Depende de; In German: Abhängig von
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Buddhist concept of 'Dependent upon'
In Buddhism, "Dependent upon" signifies reliance on external factors for existence, reflecting the interconnectedness of phenomena and emphasizing a lack of autonomy, where conditions like time and context shape our understanding and existence.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) The suggestion that words or letters rely on external factors, particularly the speaker’s decisions.[1] (2) A condition where individuals rely on certain assumptions, highlighting their lack of deeper understanding.[2] (3) The condition of being reliant on external factors or things for existence or production.[3] (4) A state of relying on other factors, which compromises reliability according to the provided text.[4] (5) The state of relying on or being influenced by something else, indicating a lack of autonomy.[5]
Hindu concept of 'Dependent upon'
In Hinduism, "Dependent upon" signifies the interdependence between cause and effect, emphasizing reliance across elements, roles, emotional states, and concepts, indicating that existence, identity, and recognition often hinge on other factors or entities.
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) Describes how certain powers rely on their substrata for their appearance and existence.[6] (2) A term describing the relationship where one concept relies on another for its existence or understanding.[7] (3) The relationship whereby certain elements rely on the whole for their identity and effectiveness.[8] (4) Reliant on or influenced by other words or elements for meaning or context.[9]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) This phrase highlights the relationship implied in names like 'Brahmana-dasa' and 'Devadasa,' indicating a person's role based on dependence or service.[10] (2) Indicates a relationship where one entity relies on another for support or functioning.[11]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Gaudapa Karika and Shankara Bhashya)
(1) Indicates reliance between the cause and effect, suggested to be problematic if either is non-existent.[12]
From: Yoga-sutras (with Vyasa and Vachaspati Mishra)
(1) When something relies on another entity for its existence or recognition.[13]
From: Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu
(1) Refers to a state where vyabhicari-bhavas rely on other emotional experiences known as primary and secondary ratis.[14]
From: Padarthadharmasamgraha and Nyayakandali
(1) The necessity for Conjunction to rely on other elements when producing Qualities and Actions.[15]