Significance of Mental or physical
The term "mental or physical" encompasses issues that can influence an individual's mind or body, impacting overall well-being. In the context of Theravada teachings, it specifically refers to the two types of paccaya and paccayuppanna, which are important for understanding coexistent dissociation. This categorization highlights the distinction between mental and physical influences and their roles in determining well-being and the interconnectedness of mental and physical states.
In Dutch: Mentaal of fysiek; In Finnish: Henkistä tai fyysistä
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Buddhist concept of 'Mental or physical'
In Buddhism, "Mental or physical" denotes the dual types of paccaya and paccayuppanna, illustrating their distinct yet interconnected nature in the phenomenon of coexistent dissociation. This categorization emphasizes the relationship between mental and physical processes.
From: Patthanuddesa Dipani
(1) Refers to the two types of paccaya and paccayuppanna in coexistent dissociation, highlighting their categorization.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Mental or physical'
In Hinduism, "Mental or physical" pertains to challenges affecting the mind and body, emphasizing their interconnectedness and the influence of each on overall well-being and health.
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) Referring to issues that can affect one's mind (mental) or body (physical), often impacting overall well-being.[2]
The concept of Mental or physical in local and regional sources
The keyphrase "Mental or physical" encompasses desirable qualities like mindfulness, intelligence, health, and youthfulness, which all lack paranormal associations, emphasizing their importance in personal well-being and development.
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) These are the desirable qualities that are almost entirely lacking any paranormal connotation, such as mindfulness, intelligence, health, and youthfulness.[3]