Significance of Enlightened Being
Synonyms: Awakened one, Enlightened soul, Sage, Spiritual master, Wise one, Holy person, Mystic., Illumined soul, Wise entity, Higher consciousness
In Dutch: Verlicht wezen; In Finnish: Valaistunut Olento; In Spanish: Ser Iluminado; In German: Erleuchtetes Wesen
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Buddhist concept of 'Enlightened Being'
In Buddhism, an Enlightened Being is an individual who has reached enlightenment, possessing supreme wisdom, compassion, and a significant understanding within the Buddhist framework, embodying qualities aligned with noble teachings and transcending material concerns.
From: The Perfection Of Wisdom In Eight Thousand Lines
(1) An individual who has achieved a higher state of consciousness and understanding, becoming unconcerned with material pursuits.[1] (2) Individuals who have attained a state of enlightenment, encompassing those from ancient times to recent individuals.[2]
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) Individuals who have achieved a state of enlightenment, but few of whom are able to fully believe or accept the Buddha's wisdom.[3]
From: Bodhisattvacharyavatara
(1) A person who has achieved a state of perfect wisdom and compassion, exemplified by figures such as Shantideva.[4]
From: Shurangama Sutra (with commentary) (English)
(1) Individuals who have attained a significant level of understanding and clarity within the Buddhist framework.[5]
From: Lankavatara Sutra
(1) Refers to those who have attained spiritual awakening, including Buddhas and Bodhisattvas, in contrast to those who are ignorant.[6]
From: Akshayamatinirdesha [english]
(1) Individuals who have achieved awakening and possess profound insight into the nature of reality.[7]
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) Individuals who have fulfilled the conditions necessary for attaining enlightenment, embodying qualities aligned with noble teachings.[8]
From: The Great Chariot
(1) A person who has attained a high level of spiritual awakening and possesses wisdom and compassion.[9]
From: Maha Buddhavamsa—The Great Chronicle of Buddhas
(1) Beings who have attained supreme wisdom and understanding, part of the Buddha's teachings.[10]
Hindu concept of 'Enlightened Being'
In Hinduism, an Enlightened Being embodies profound insight, spiritual realization, and higher consciousness. Such individuals, like the Rishis, guide humanity and transcend worldly suffering, embodying divine truth and freedom from ignorance and desires.
From: Harivamsha Purana
(1) Describes the Rishis as beings who hold profound spiritual knowledge and insight, guiding humanity through religious practices.[11]