Significance of Inferential indicative
Inferential indicative in Tibetan Buddhism denotes a cognitive reasoning process that suggests conclusions based on indirect evidence rather than direct proof. It encompasses various aspects, such as forming logical inferences from perceived reflections and understanding relationships between concepts. This type of reasoning is essential for classifying perceptions but does not apply to future events, as they lack the necessary evidence. Additionally, it illustrates how teachings, such as those of Buddha, are inferred from related doctrines without being explicitly defined.
Synonyms: Suggestive, Implicit
In Dutch: Inferenti毛le indicatieve; In Finnish: P盲盲ttelev盲 ohjeellinen; In Spanish: Indicativo inferencial
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Buddhist concept of 'Inferential indicative'
Inferential indicative in Buddhism encompasses reasoning based on observable evidence, leading to conclusions about unobserved realities. It emphasizes the relationship between signs and the inferred existence of concepts, critical in understanding Buddha's teachings and cognition.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) A philosophical term used to describe a type of argument that indicates or points towards a universal truth, derived from the exclusion of heterogeneous elements.[1] (2) A type of cognition that involves deductions or inferences drawn from available evidence or clues.[2] (3) A term representing a presumption that suggests the existence or recognition of an object based on indirect evidence.[3] (4) A term describing an object or evidence, like smoke, that is used in the process of inference to indicate the presence of a subject with a specific property.[4] (5) A type of reasoning where an indicator like smoke suggests the presence of a subject with a particular property.[5]
Hindu concept of 'Inferential indicative'
Inferential indicative in Hinduism signifies a consistent characteristic linked to a subject of inference, serving as the connecting middle term between premises and illustrating reasoning through negation's implications on existence.
From: Padarthadharmasamgraha and Nyayakandali
(1) The Hetu that indicates the presence of the object of Inference in the subject.[6] (2) A characteristic or piece of knowledge that is known to be invariably concomitant with a subject and is used in drawing inferences.[7] (3) The term 'linga' refers to the concept that serves as an indication or evidence for concluding an inference.[8] (4) This implies a type of reasoning that follows established premises presenting conclusions that must be true based on the authority of prior knowledge.[9] (5) An inferential indicative is a component of reasoning used to derive conclusions based on indicative relationships found in the premises of the argument.[10]