Significance of Diversity
Diversity, as explored across various philosophical and scientific frameworks, encompasses different interpretations. In Tibetan Buddhism, it signifies the variety of experiences within reality. Vyakarana expresses it through numerical distinctions. Vedanta examines diversity in relation to ultimate unity while acknowledging the multiplicity felt in the world. Dharmashastra highlights it as a condition arising from divine creation. In scientific terms, diversity relates to the variety of organisms and genetic differences, emphasizing the intricate complexities within biological communities.
Synonyms: Variety, Multiplicity, Heterogeneity, Difference, Range, Variance, Dissimilarity, Distinctiveness
In Finnish: Monimuotoisuus; In Dutch: Diversiteit; In Spanish: Diversidad; In German: ¶Ù¾±±¹±ð°ù²õ¾±³Ùä³Ù
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Hindu concept of 'Diversity'
Diversity in Hinduism encompasses the existence of variance and multiplicity in creation, challenging the notion of ultimate oneness, as seen in the differentiation among forms and the relationship with the singular divine entity, Brahman.
From: Vivekachudamani
(1) The condition of being diverse; variance or variety, which is questioned in the context of ultimate unity.[1] (2) The state of being diverse or varied; questioned in context of existence where only oneness is expressed.[2] (3) The existence of different forms or distinctions which cannot be found in the One Entity.[3]
From: Chandogya Upanishad (Shankara Bhashya)
(1) The perceived multiplicity and differentiation experienced in the world, often contrasted with the notion of singular Brahman.[4]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The state of being numerous and varied, which poses a challenge to the perception of oneness.[5] (2) The condition of variation and multiplicity in the world that arises when the divine being is active in creation.[6]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) Expressed by numbers other than one, indicating differences among things.[7]
The concept of Diversity in scientific sources
Diversity relates to the genetic variability of the hepatitis B virus and the variety of organisms in a community, highlighting the importance of genetic and ecological differences within biological systems.
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This refers to the variety or differences in the genetic makeup of the hepatitis B virus.[8] (2) This term refers to the variety of different organisms within a community, and the study examines the alpha type of it.[9]