Significance of Self-identification
Self-identification encompasses various interpretations across different traditions. In Vaishnavism, it involves recognizing one's role as a devotee of Krishna, while the Purana emphasizes compassion through the understanding of universal Atman. Vedanta critiques the ego's attachment to the physical body, leading to misconceptions about identity. Mahayana discusses self-perception rooted in ignorance, and Theravada showcases the connection of past and present identities. Furthermore, modern concepts of self-identification focus on individual identity and societal roles, indicating how people relate to larger entities like nations or religions.
Synonyms: Self-recognition, Self-perception, Self-definition, Self-awareness, Personal identification, Self-concept, Individual identification, Self-discovery, Self-realization
In Dutch: Zelfidentificatie; In Finnish: Itsetunnistus; In Spanish: 础耻迟辞颈诲别苍迟颈蹿颈肠补肠颈贸苍; In German: Selbstidentifikation; In Malay: Pengenalan diri; In Swedish: 厂箩盲濒惫颈诲别苍迟颈蹿颈别谤颈苍驳; In French: Auto-identification
The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.
Buddhist concept of 'Self-identification'
Self-identification in Buddhism reflects the misunderstanding of self as rooted in ignorance, how past identities shape present roles, and the flawed assertion of identity based on birth rather than intrinsic qualities, as illustrated by the unnamed brahmin.
From: Dhammapada (Illustrated)
(1) The act of the unnamed brahmin asserting his status based on his birth rather than true qualities of a brahmin, as argued in his encounter with the Buddha.[1]
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) The Master鈥檚 revelation at the end of the story, connecting past identities to present roles among the characters.[2]
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) The false perception of the mind or consciousness as 'self', perpetuated by ignorance.[3]
Hindu concept of 'Self-identification'
Self-identification in Hinduism encompasses recognizing one's distinct existence, often confused with the body and mind, while also emphasizing connections to roles, divine consciousness, and the misidentification that generates ego and misconceptions about true identity.
From: Vivekachudamani
(1) Refers to the ego's function of identifying with the body, described in the text as the phrase 'aham' which signifies a sense of self.[4] (2) The act of identifying oneself with something external, leading to negative consequences.[5] (3) The act of recognizing oneself as an entity, often leading to the binding of the ego to the body.[6]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) The erroneous belief that the Self is equivalent to the physical body's traits, leading to misunderstandings about identity.[7] (2) The process of defining oneself in terms of the body, senses, and mind, leading to misconceptions about the true nature of the Self.[8]
From: Chandogya Upanishad (english Translation)
(1) The process by which the Self mistakes itself to be the body, leading to false beliefs of birth and death.[9]
From: Bhagavad-gita-rahasya (or Karma-yoga Shastra)
(1) The understanding that one's Atman (soul) is identical to the Atman in all beings, leading to compassion and moral action towards all.[10] (2) The concept of recognizing oneself in relation to divine or universal consciousness.[11]
From: Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu
(1) Self-identification is the process of recognizing oneself in the roles of parent, friend, or servant of Krishna as part of sambandhanuga-bhakti.[12]
From: Padarthadharmasamgraha and Nyayakandali
(1) The cognitive recognition of one's existence as distinct from material entities, indicated by the use of personal pronouns like 'I.'[13]
The concept of Self-identification in local and regional sources
Self-identification is the process through which individuals connect with larger entities for belonging and empowerment, emphasizing personal identity over societal influences, while also reflecting the complexities and fragmentation of individual self-definition within societal contexts.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) A key concept of the modern day, focusing on individual identity rather than external dialogue and community connections.[14]