Significance of Ultimate Realities
Ultimate Realities are understood differently in Vedanta and Theravada. Vedanta presents them as the highest truths that necessitate spiritual insight, focusing on the core truths of brahmavidya and the nature of Parabrahman. In contrast, Theravada identifies Ultimate Realities as the fundamental components of existence, specifically nama (mental phenomena) and rupa (physical phenomena). This perspective emphasizes the true nature of nama and rupa, achievable through contemplation and reflection, distinguishing them from conventional objects.
In Finnish: Ultimate Realities; In Dutch: Ultieme realiteiten; In Spanish: Realidades 煤ltimas
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Buddhist concept of 'Ultimate Realities'
Ultimate Realities in Buddhism encompass the essential elements of existence, primarily nama (mental phenomena) and rupa (physical phenomena), emphasizing their true nature beyond conventional perceptions, accessible through deeper reflection.
From: Cetasikas
(1) Fundamental truths discussed in the Abhidhamma which characterize the nature of existence.[1] (2) The true nature of phenomena that can be comprehended through direct experience.[2] (3) The fundamental truths of existence, including the nature of impermanence, suffering, and non-self (anatta).[3] (4) Also known as paramattha dhammas, these are the true phenomena in Buddhism which have their own characteristics and functions.[4] (5) The fundamental truths of existence that do not change despite human conceptualization, specifically in the terms of nama and rupa.[5]
From: Patthana Dhamma
(1) Fundamental truths that underlie all existence, often categorized in philosophical or spiritual contexts.[6] (2) Another term for paramattha dhamma, emphasizing their status as the highest forms of existence and essence.[7] (3) The four things that are considered real in their ultimate sense; these include citta, cetasika, rupa, and nibbana.[8]
From: Introducing Buddhist Abhidhamma
(1) The true nature of phenomena that can be discovered through meditation, defining the characteristics of all things.[9] (2) The true nature of existence as understood in Buddhism, distinct from conventional concepts.[10]
From: Maha Buddhavamsa鈥擳he Great Chronicle of Buddhas
(1) Ultimate realities refer to the true nature of nama (name) and rupa (form), which can be comprehended through reflection.[11]
From: Abhidhamma in Daily Life (by Ashin Janakabhivamsa)
(1) These refer to the fundamental truths that include citta, cetasika, and rupa, of which Nibb谩na is independent.[12]
The concept of Ultimate Realities in local and regional sources
Ultimate Realities denotes the core essence of existence, emphasizing a singular foundational principle rather than numerous separate realities, thus shaping our understanding of the universe and our place within it.
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) This refers to the fundamental nature of existence, suggesting that there are not multiple, independent realities, but rather a single, underlying principle.[13]