Significance of Selfhood
The concept of Selfhood varies across different philosophical and cultural perspectives. According to Vedanta, Selfhood encompasses the essence of a substance, the perception of a distinct individual, and the qualities imparted to bodies, differentiating between the true nature of the Self and perceived individuality. In Theravada Buddhism, Selfhood relates to individual identity linked to aggregates. Indian history emphasizes the essence of personal identity beyond societal labels, exploring the interplay of language, societal constructs, and a confident, divinely aligned sense of self.
Synonyms: Identity, Individuality, Self-identity, Sense of self, Self-concept, Self-awareness, Character, Uniqueness, Ego, Personality, Self, Essence, Being
In Dutch: Zelfheid; In Finnish: Itsekkyys; In Spanish: Individualidad; In German: Selbstheit
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Buddhist concept of 'Selfhood'
Selfhood in Buddhism involves the perception of individual identity linked to the aggregates. This understanding highlights the transient nature of self, suggesting that true selfhood transcends mere personality or identity.
From: Visuddhimagga (the pah of purification)
(1) The perception or understanding of one’s individual identity or personality, associated with the aggregates.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Selfhood'
Selfhood in Hinduism encompasses the inherent essence that defines an entity, the imparted quality of individuality to non-self substances, and the perception of distinct identity, often mistaken for the true Self's nature.
From: Brahma Sutras (Shankaracharya)
(1) The inherent essence or identity of a substance, which is necessary for it to exist and be recognized as a distinct entity.[2] (2) The quality of being a self that the provided text asserts is imparted to bodies and entities, regardless of being fundamentally non-self.[3]
From: Brahma Sutras (Ramanuja)
(1) The attribute or perception of being a distinct individual, often confused with the true nature of the Self.[4]
The concept of Selfhood in local and regional sources
Selfhood encompasses an individual's essence beyond societal labels, explores personal identity in relation to language and society, and embodies a confident identity aligned with divinity, as articulated in Kroetsch's poetry.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) A sense of individual identity that is confident, free from servitude, and aligned with divinity.[5] (2) The exploration of personal identity in relation to language and societal constructs, central to Kroetsch's poetry.[6] (3) The individual essence of a person that seeks to be understood beyond societal labels and expectations.[7]
The concept of Selfhood in scientific sources
Selfhood encompasses the notion of individual identity and subjective experience, focusing on the first-person perspective to understand personal existence and consciousness, as highlighted by regional sources in the context of philosophical exploration.
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This concept is examined in relation to subjectivity, exploring the first-person perspective, as discussed in the provided text.[8]