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Significance of Vishuddha

Vishuddha, in Vaishnavism, refers to a state of spiritual purity and transcendence beyond material qualities. In the context of Purana, it is associated with the throat chakra, which embodies purification and facilitates the expression of one's true self. From a Yoga perspective, Vishuddha is linked to the throat chakra in meditation, governing the sense of hearing and the principles of Shabda-tattva, and plays a crucial role in communication and self-expression.

Synonyms: Purity, Expression, Vishuddhi

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Hindu concept of 'Vishuddha'

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Vishuddha in Hinduism symbolizes the throat chakra, representing purification and communication. It signifies spiritual purity, transcending material influences, and enables the true self's expression through the sense of hearing and the essence of sound.

Significance in Yoga (school of philosophy):
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From: Shat-cakra-nirupana (the six bodily centres)

(1) The throat chakra in the meditation practice that houses the sense of hearing and is connected to the Shabda-tattva.[1] (2) The throat Cakra related to communication and expression.[2]

Yoga is originally considered a branch of Hindu philosophy (astika), but both ancient and modern Yoga combine the physical, mental and spiritual. Yoga teaches various physical techniques also known as asanas (postures), used for various purposes (eg., meditation, contemplation, relaxation).

Significance in Vaishnavism (Vaishava dharma):
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From: Chaitanya Bhagavata

(1) Indicates a complete absence of material influence and defines a state as spiritual, indicating purity and transcendence beyond material qualities.[3]

Vaishnava or vaishnavism (vaishnavism) represents a tradition of Hinduism worshipping Vishnu as the supreme Lord. Similar to the Shaktism and Shaivism traditions, Vaishnavism also developed as an individual movement, famous for its exposition of the dashavatara (‘ten avatars of Vishnu�).

Significance in Purana and Itihasa (epic history):
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From: Devi Bhagavata Purana

(1) The throat chakra associated with purification and communication, allowing expression of the true self.[4]

The Purana refers to Sanskrit literature preserving ancient India’s vast cultural history, including historical legends, religious ceremonies, various arts and sciences. The eighteen mahapuranas total over 400,000 shlokas (metrical couplets) and date to at least several centuries BCE.

Significance in Vedanta (school of philosophy):
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From: Mundaka Upanishad (Madhva commentary)

(1) Pure or cleansed; refers to a state of being free from impurities which allows for divine perception.[5]

Vedanta refers to a school of orthodox Hindu philosophy (astika), drawing its subject-matter from the Upanishads. There are a number of sub-schools of Vedanta, however all of them expound on the basic teaching of the ultimate reality (brahman) and liberation (moksha) of the individual soul (atman).