Significance of Method
Synonyms: Approach, Technique, Procedure, Process, System, Manner, Way, Style, Strategy, Mode
In Dutch: Methode; In Finnish: 惭别苍别迟别濒尘盲; In Spanish: 惭茅迟辞诲辞
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Buddhist concept of 'Method'
In Buddhism, "Method" refers to the personalized practices and training approaches utilized by Dhutanga Kammatthana Bhikkhus, tailored to fit individual characteristics and promote spiritual development.
From: Patipada (path of practice)
(1) These are the ways by which Dhutanga Kammatthana Bhikkhus have always tended to train themselves and the practices which are variously seen to be suited to the characteristics of each one individually.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Method'
In Hinduism, "Method" encompasses approaches to performing artistic expressions like the rasa dance, systematic celestial observations, spiritual practices for achieving goals, techniques for purification, and strategies for mental steadiness.
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) The procedure or approach taken to achieve a specific religious or spiritual goal.[2] (2) the specific way or approach by which something is done, in this context referring to the way the rasa dance is performed.[3]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) Various techniques or practices adopted by deities and enlightened individuals for spiritual purification.[4]
From: Yoga-sutras (with Bhoja鈥檚 Rajamartanda)
(1) Various approaches or techniques described to help attain steadiness of the thinking principle.[5]
From: Hayanaratna: The Jewel of Annual Astrology
(1) This is the systematic procedure that is used to find the true positions of the planets, which includes the annual revolution and other corrections.[6]
The concept of Method in local and regional sources
The keyphrase "Method" encompasses various approaches to spirituality and guidance, emphasizing that understanding the universe requires different techniques tailored to individual differences, as demonstrated by Krishna and the Swami's advocacy for a simplified, national life-focused approach.
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) Methods are associated with worship, and when love comes, method dies, suggesting that love surpasses methods of worship, as mentioned in the text.[7] (2) The approaches or strategies that are required to make the ideal a reality, which must be understood and applied.[8] (3) Methods must be varied because people have idiosyncrasies in their minds, and different methods should be available to accommodate diverse natures.[9] (4) To know the Om is to know the secret of the universe, the object of Jnana-Yoga is the same as that of Bhakti and Raja Yogas, but the method is different.[10] (5) The Swami states that their method is very easily described and it simply consists in reasserting the national life.[11]
From: Bhaktavijaya: Stories of Indian Saints
(1) The approach used by Krishna to guide his followers, specifically to foster devotion.[12]
The concept of Method in scientific sources
The keyphrase "Method" encompasses the procedures, techniques, and approaches used in research, including data collection, statistical analysis, and participant selection, ensuring effective study outcomes and contributing to academic publications.
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) Methods are the specific procedures, techniques, or approaches used to conduct a study or investigation, and they can be quantitative.[13] (2) This refers to the procedures and techniques used in the study, such as screening, DNA extraction, and analysis.[14] (3) This refers to the procedures used in the study, including the selection of participants and the periodontal examinations.[15] (4) This is a way of doing something. The study describes the methods used for data collection and analysis.[16] (5) These are the approaches used in the program, including statistical techniques, teaching strategies, and research methodologies, ensuring effective learning.[17]