Significance of Path to nirvana
The Path to nirvana encompasses various spiritual journeys aimed at achieving liberation and freedom from the cycles of birth, death, and suffering. Different philosophies, including Buddhism, Jainism, and Yoga, describe this path as a route involving meditation, self-realization, and the cultivation of purity of mind. Tibetan Buddhism, Mahayana, and other traditions highlight the importance of guidance and understanding impermanence in this journey, which ultimately leads to enlightenment and liberation, overcoming challenges along the way.
Synonyms: Way to liberation, Journey to enlightenment, Road to bliss
In Dutch: Pad naar nirvana; In Finnish: Polku nirvanaan; In Spanish: Camino al nirvana; In German: Weg zum Nirvana
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Buddhist concept of 'Path to nirvana'
The Path to nirvana in Buddhism encompasses a spiritual journey involving thirty-seven auxiliaries, practices, and insights aimed at achieving enlightenment and liberation from suffering, rebirth, and the cyclical existence, ultimately leading to nirvana.
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) The course of action or understanding leading towards the cessation of suffering and the attainment of enlightenment.[1] (2) The spiritual journey leading towards the ultimate goal of nirvana, which is liberation from suffering.[2] (3) The journey and practices essential for reaching enlightenment and liberation from the cycle of birth and death.[3] (4) The journey that one takes to achieve liberation from suffering and the cycle of rebirth.[4] (5) The spiritual path guided by understanding the essence of dharmas, leading to liberation from the cycle of rebirth and suffering.[5]
From: Shurangama Sutra (with commentary) (English)
(1) The spiritual journey that leads to ultimate enlightenment and liberation from the cycle of birth and death, which Bodhisattvas pursue.[6] (2) The journey or process that leads to the cessation of suffering and the ultimate state of liberation in Buddhism.[7]
From: Mahavastu (great story)
(1) The spiritual pursuit that the Wanderers Shariputra and Maudgalyayana commit to under the guidance of the Exalted One.[8]
From: Vimalakirti Nirdesa Sutra
(1) The course of actions and insights that lead to the cessation of suffering and the ultimate liberation represented by nirvana.[9]
From: The Fo-Sho-Hing-Tsan-King (A Life of Buddha)
(1) The spiritual journey towards the ultimate goal of liberation and freedom from the cycle of birth and rebirth.[10]
Hindu concept of 'Path to nirvana'
In Hinduism, the Path to nirvana signifies a spiritual journey towards liberation from suffering, achieved through meditation, self-realization, and the practice of the three jewels, ultimately freeing one from the cycles of birth and death.
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) The journey towards spiritual liberation and cessation of suffering, traversed through meditation and self-realization.[11]
Jain concept of 'Path to nirvana'
The Path to nirvana in Jainism signifies the ultimate liberation from the cycle of birth and death, attained through mental purity and spiritual discipline, highlighting the importance of inner purification in achieving this goal.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) The ultimate spiritual goal of liberation from the cycle of birth and death, achievable through purity of mind.[12]