Significance of Manifest
Synonyms: Display, Show, Reveal, Evidence, Present, Prove
In Dutch: Manifest; In German: Manifest; In Finnish: 厂别濒惫盲; In Spanish: Manifiesto
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Buddhist concept of 'Manifest'
In Buddhism, "Manifest" refers to visible entities arising from Primordial Matter, the act of making observable, the effects of causes, and perceivable phenomena, contrasting with the Unmanifest in the philosophy of cause and effect.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) Describes the act of making something evident or observable, particularly in the context of letters and their effects.[1] (2) That which is perceivable and is produced; it is contrasted with the Unmanifest in the philosophical dialogue surrounding cause and effect.[2] (3) The act of revealing or showing something; in this context, it is presented as a concept that has been rejected in relation to the discussion of eternal words.[3] (4) The term 'manifest' refers to something that is not homogeneous with pleasure or subjective experiences, but rather is seen in the form of external objects such as sound.[4] (5) A term used to describe the effect that arises from a cause, characterized by qualities such as non-eternality and multiplicity.[5]
From: The Six Yogas of Naropa
(1) This is one of the three steps before entering, remaining, and dissolving into the Central Channel by the life-Prana, according to their teaching.[6]
Hindu concept of 'Manifest'
In Hinduism, "Manifest" signifies the emergence and visibility of the divine, particularly through the presence of Lord Krishna in the hearts of beings, revealing spiritual truths and transformations in various contexts, emphasizing divine versatility and transformation.
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) Indicates the appearance or display of Sri Krsna's divine nature and strength.[7] (2) Describes how the feelings of the characters became apparent or visible, implying a blooming relationship.[8] (3) Describes the appearance or coming into existence of the light from the corpses of the brothers.[9] (4) To appear or become evident, particularly referencing the presence of the Supreme Lord in the hearts of beings.[10] (5) Refers to the appearance or coming into being of the decoration at the specified location.[11]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) The way in which Shri Caitanya and His glories become apparent in the lives of devotees.[12] (2) Indicates the emergence or realization of the glorification of Lord Caitanya through divine grace.[13] (3) The process through which the divine name of Shri Krishna Caitanya becomes evident or is revealed to the devotees.[14] (4) The visible or tangible occurrence of something, in this case referring to Murari's emotional state after hearing the words.[15] (5) This refers to the act of making something visible or evident, as conveyed in the message to Advaita.[16]
From: Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu
(1) To become evident or apparent; in the context of emotions, to show through outward signs.[17] (2) To bring into existence or display clearly, often used in the context of qualities or characteristics.[18]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) Describes how certain qualities or states, like Gopa-kumara's natural happiness, became clearly evident in the context of his existence.[19]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Madhva commentary)
(1) The process of a state of being coming into existence, with Vishva coming after Prajna and Taijasa.[20]
From: Brahma Sutras (Ramanuja)
(1) The act of revealing or making evident something that is inherently present, particularly in relation to consciousness.[21]
From: Brihadaranyaka Upanishad
(1) The process through which the undifferentiated universe takes specific forms and identities.[22]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Gaudapa Karika and Shankara Bhashya)
(1) Signifies the perception or experience of apparent realities, which can be misleading and do not reflect Brahman鈥檚 true nature.[23]
From: Brahma Sutras (Shankaracharya)
(1) The emergence of the highest Lord, who is beyond all measurement, is the cause for the expression of him being measured by a span.[24]
From: Yoga-sutras (Vedanta Commentaries)
(1) The different forms and experiences presented to the soul by Nature during its journey.[25]
From: Yoga-sutras (with Bhoja鈥檚 Rajamartanda)
(1) Describes the result of a conjunction between a manifestator and a manifestable. This aspect emphasizes that knowledge, rather than light, is what corresponds to the perceptibility discussed.[26]
From: Yoga-sutras (with Vyasa and Vachaspati Mishra)
(1) Manifestation entails the emergence of phenomenal modifications due to the fulfillment of the objects of the Purusha, exemplifying the evolution of stages.[27]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) The results or objects that arise from the influence of the manifestors, which may or may not show an increase or decrease based on the manifestors' changes.[29]
Jain concept of 'Manifest'
In Jainism, "Manifest" describes how specific knowledge becomes apparent and functional within a soul at a particular moment in time, highlighting the dynamic nature of awareness and understanding in spiritual development.
From: Tattvartha Sutra (with commentary)
(1) The process by which a particular kind of knowledge becomes evident and operational at a given moment in a soul.[30]
The concept of Manifest in local and regional sources
Manifest refers to the evolution of nature and the divine, representing our understanding of Brahman or the Absolute, perceived through Maya, which signifies the illusion or appearance in this context.
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) This world is "the evolution of nature and the manifestation of God", which is our interpretation of Brahman or the Absolute, seen through the veil of Maya or appearance.[31]