Significance of Spirit
Synonyms: Soul, Essence, Energy, Attitude, Character, Psyche, Ghost, Supernatural being, Apparition, Life force, Shade, Sprite
In Swedish: Anda; In Dutch: Geest; In Finnish: Henki; In Spanish: 贰蝉辫铆谤颈迟耻; In German: Geist; In Malay: Semangat; In French: Esprit
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Buddhist concept of 'Spirit'
In Buddhism, Spirit embodies a non-material essence intertwined with consciousness, influencing existence, philosophy, and actions, while remaining unaffected by the material realm, distinguishing itself from both the doer and Primordial Matter.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) The Spirit is characterized as the enjoyer of the fruits of actions, distinguishing its role from that of the doer, which is claimed to be relegated to Primordial Matter.[1] (2) In Samkhya philosophy, it is regarded as neither a product nor productive, representing a conscious entity that remains unaffected by modifications.[2] (3) Refers to the sentient faculty or consciousness that is posited alongside primordial matter, arguing that it is neither productive nor a product.[3] (4) An intangible essence or life force that interacts with the material world, representing deeper existential or philosophical concepts.[4] (5) A term referenced in Samkhya philosophy, described as being unconscious before interacting with Primordial Matter.[5]
Hindu concept of 'Spirit'
In Hinduism, "Spirit" encompasses various interpretations: it signifies the eternal aspect of the self, prohibition against intoxicants, problematic entities, midnight beings, and vital qualities representing life and passion.
From: Brahma Sutras (Shankaracharya)
(1) Those who reside in the home, which is also immortal and free from fear, and is reached by those who have sought the Self, as described in the text.[6] (2) Alcoholic beverages or intoxicants that are often prohibited for certain religious practitioners.[7]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Griffith)
(1) Beings that walk during the midnight hour, along with every power that revels then.[8]
The concept of Spirit in local and regional sources
The keyphrase "Spirit" embodies the essential, eternal essence of a person, transcending the physical realm. It serves as the core of personal identity, facilitating spiritual growth and understanding, crucial for achieving truth and unity in life.
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) The fundamental essence, viewed as unchanging and eternal, is the driving force behind nature's movement, representing the ultimate reality, and it never becomes matter, nor does matter become this.[9] (2) This is what one needs to find the hidden manna and to fully understand the words of Christ.[10] (3) This is what the lady said they worship, and it is a key part of the conversation about what they worship, and the monk asked what it is.[11] (4) The text indicates the path does not lie in forms, nor in philosophical problems, but it is necessary to cleanse it, which is pure in its own nature.[12] (5) The power of this has had many manifestations in the realm of matter, and is also referred to as the Infinite.[13]
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The essence of a person, which achieves purity, and its final state is suggested by the light illuminating the surroundings, symbolizing a transition from the physical to the spiritual realm.[14] (2) Supernatural entities that the aunt believes in and insists are real despite the narrator's skepticism.[15] (3) The universal essence that Sri Aurobindo indicates as the source of profound knowledge and unity.[16]
From: Folklore of the Santal Parganas
(1) The essence of the boy that the bonga girl takes away with her after his death, indicating a connection beyond life.[17] (2) Supernatural entities that the woman observes after the Jugi blesses her eyes, including bongas, bhuts, dains, churins, and souls of dead men.[18]
From: Bede's Ecclesiastical History of England
(1) This term refers to the part of a person that makes a decision to consent to sin.[19] (2) The nature of the mysterious figure encountered by Edwin, indicating divine intervention in his life.[20]
From: Sanskrit Words In Southeast Asian Languages
(1) This refers to the soul, the non-physical essence of a person, the life force.[21] (2) Spirit refers to the nonphysical part of a person, associated with feelings, character, and soul, as the provided text indicates.[22]
From: Buddhist records of the Western world (Xuanzang)
(1) Entities or deities to whom a few people in the Tuh-ho-lo country pay their adoration.[23]