Nyaya, latest concepts
Overview of all Nyaya concepts:
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Critical analysis refers to: The process of logical evaluation of teachings and counterarguments, crucial for the philosophical discussions in the text... A method illustrated in Udayana's works where every aspect of a philosophical problem is examined thoroughly.
Critical analysis refers to: The process of logical evaluation of teachings and counterarguments, crucial for the philosophical discussions in the text... A method illustrated in Udayana's works where every aspect of a philosophical problem is examined thoroughly.
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Produced by refers to: The process of causing an effect, which in this context relates specifically to the relationship between fire and burning... Indicating the relationship between causes and their resulting effects, specifying what creates an object.
Produced by refers to: The process of causing an effect, which in this context relates specifically to the relationship between fire and burning... Indicating the relationship between causes and their resulting effects, specifying what creates an object.
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Reliable speaker refers to: A person possessing perceptual knowledge necessary to validate the statements they make, implying authority and accuracy in speaking about the subject matter... A trustworthy informant whose statements are accepted as valid due to their accuracy and knowledge.
Reliable speaker refers to: A person possessing perceptual knowledge necessary to validate the statements they make, implying authority and accuracy in speaking about the subject matter... A trustworthy informant whose statements are accepted as valid due to their accuracy and knowledge.
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Buddhist view refers to: The perspectives held by Buddhist philosophy, particularly relating to the doctrine of momentariness, which Udayana seeks to refute in his writings... Philosophical perspectives espoused by Buddhists, particularly regarding the nature of reality and illusion.
Buddhist view refers to: The perspectives held by Buddhist philosophy, particularly relating to the doctrine of momentariness, which Udayana seeks to refute in his writings... Philosophical perspectives espoused by Buddhists, particularly regarding the nature of reality and illusion.
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Nyaya standpoint refers to: A perspective in Indian philosophy which Udayana uses to argue against Samkhya's claims regarding agency and consciousness... The perspective of the Nyaya school, which does not recognize potency as a separate category and argues against the necessity of admitting potency in causal explanations.
Nyaya standpoint refers to: A perspective in Indian philosophy which Udayana uses to argue against Samkhya's claims regarding agency and consciousness... The perspective of the Nyaya school, which does not recognize potency as a separate category and argues against the necessity of admitting potency in causal explanations.
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Living Being refers to: Living beings are entities that perform various actions and experience pleasure and pain continuously without cessation... Entities that possess the unseen results of their actions and cannot be entirely inactive over time, as noted by Udayana.
Living Being refers to: Living beings are entities that perform various actions and experience pleasure and pain continuously without cessation... Entities that possess the unseen results of their actions and cannot be entirely inactive over time, as noted by Udayana.
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Different cause refers to: The necessity to accept multiple causes for the diverse effects observed in the world... The idea that a single effect can arise from various origins, demonstrating the complexity of establishing a singular cause.
Different cause refers to: The necessity to accept multiple causes for the diverse effects observed in the world... The idea that a single effect can arise from various origins, demonstrating the complexity of establishing a singular cause.
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Continuous cognition refers to: A cognitive process where each moment reveals new properties of an object, indicating a change in the object itself... The ongoing process of perception where a person experiences a succession of cognitions related to the same object, such as a jar.
Continuous cognition refers to: A cognitive process where each moment reveals new properties of an object, indicating a change in the object itself... The ongoing process of perception where a person experiences a succession of cognitions related to the same object, such as a jar.
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Indian philosophers refers to: Philosophers from India who engage in logical presentation of their views while also refuting opposing views to strengthen their own position... A reference to Udayana's contemporaries and predecessors in the Indian philosophical landscape.
Indian philosophers refers to: Philosophers from India who engage in logical presentation of their views while also refuting opposing views to strengthen their own position... A reference to Udayana's contemporaries and predecessors in the Indian philosophical landscape.
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Unseen cause refers to: A cause that cannot be perceived directly, as claimed by Nyaya to explain the existence of certain phenomena... The unseen is described as both the cause of experiences like pleasure and pain and must share the same locus as these experiences.
Unseen cause refers to: A cause that cannot be perceived directly, as claimed by Nyaya to explain the existence of certain phenomena... The unseen is described as both the cause of experiences like pleasure and pain and must share the same locus as these experiences.
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Specific function refers to: The proposed ability of an existent object to perform distinct tasks or roles, which is central to its identity and existence... Describes the unique role that comparison plays in establishing the relationship between words and their corresponding meanings.
Specific function refers to: The proposed ability of an existent object to perform distinct tasks or roles, which is central to its identity and existence... Describes the unique role that comparison plays in establishing the relationship between words and their corresponding meanings.
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Cosmic dissolution refers to: The cyclical end of the world, where all composite things are reduced to their atomic components before a new creation occurs... The concept of pralaya, which Udayana argues is necessary for the logical defense of God’s existence.
Cosmic dissolution refers to: The cyclical end of the world, where all composite things are reduced to their atomic components before a new creation occurs... The concept of pralaya, which Udayana argues is necessary for the logical defense of God’s existence.
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Always present refers to: A state where an effect exists consistently without the need for a cause at every moment... A state in which something exists continuously without the influence of other factors.
Always present refers to: A state where an effect exists consistently without the need for a cause at every moment... A state in which something exists continuously without the influence of other factors.
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Reliable person refers to: An individual whose spoken words can be trusted to produce valid verbal knowledge due to their freedom from defects... An authoritative figure whose injunctions are considered trustworthy, specifically in the context of the Veda.
Reliable person refers to: An individual whose spoken words can be trusted to produce valid verbal knowledge due to their freedom from defects... An authoritative figure whose injunctions are considered trustworthy, specifically in the context of the Veda.
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Extraordinary thing refers to: Phenomena described in the Veda that ordinary persons cannot fully comprehend, requiring the insight of experienced sages... Entities or phenomena that exceed ordinary experience or understanding, such as prakriti, buddhi, and guna.
Extraordinary thing refers to: Phenomena described in the Veda that ordinary persons cannot fully comprehend, requiring the insight of experienced sages... Entities or phenomena that exceed ordinary experience or understanding, such as prakriti, buddhi, and guna.
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Independent work refers to: Udayana's monumental independent works, the Atmatattvaviveka and the Nyayakusumanjali, address significant philosophical issues... Scholarly writings that stand alone and contribute original thought to the discourse.
Independent work refers to: Udayana's monumental independent works, the Atmatattvaviveka and the Nyayakusumanjali, address significant philosophical issues... Scholarly writings that stand alone and contribute original thought to the discourse.
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Dependent upon refers to: The requirement that an effect must rely on another factor, indicating that its existence is contingent... Describing the condition where every effect relies solely on one cause without acknowledging the existence of varying causes that could lead to effects occurring in sequence.
Dependent upon refers to: The requirement that an effect must rely on another factor, indicating that its existence is contingent... Describing the condition where every effect relies solely on one cause without acknowledging the existence of varying causes that could lead to effects occurring in sequence.
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Udayana's view refers to: The perspective presented by Udayana which refutes the idea that all effects can be produced from a single cause simultaneously... The philosophical positions and arguments presented by Udayana, particularly in the context of the Nyaya-Vaisheshika system, which have been influential among Indian philosophers.
Udayana's view refers to: The perspective presented by Udayana which refutes the idea that all effects can be produced from a single cause simultaneously... The philosophical positions and arguments presented by Udayana, particularly in the context of the Nyaya-Vaisheshika system, which have been influential among Indian philosophers.
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Third stavaka refers to: The specific section of Udayana's discourse where the argument about nonapprehension is elaborated, pointing out its failure to disprove God's existence... The concluding part of Udayana's discussion, which integrates philosophical points with a verse celebrating the divine.
Third stavaka refers to: The specific section of Udayana's discourse where the argument about nonapprehension is elaborated, pointing out its failure to disprove God's existence... The concluding part of Udayana's discussion, which integrates philosophical points with a verse celebrating the divine.
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Particular action refers to: A specific deed performed by an individual that produces an unseen unique to that person’s self and resulting experience... Specific tasks or commands that may be advisable or forbidden according to Vedic texts.
Particular action refers to: A specific deed performed by an individual that produces an unseen unique to that person’s self and resulting experience... Specific tasks or commands that may be advisable or forbidden according to Vedic texts.
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Opponent's view refers to: The perspective that is being contested or refuted by Udayana, originating from critics of the Advaita Vedanta philosophy... The perspectives and arguments put forth by those who challenge a particular thesis in philosophical debate.
Opponent's view refers to: The perspective that is being contested or refuted by Udayana, originating from critics of the Advaita Vedanta philosophy... The perspectives and arguments put forth by those who challenge a particular thesis in philosophical debate.
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External World refers to: A concept both Buddhists and Vedantins contest, with Nyaya defending its reality robustly... The manifestation of prakriti, evolving through a distinct process into different elements.
External World refers to: A concept both Buddhists and Vedantins contest, with Nyaya defending its reality robustly... The manifestation of prakriti, evolving through a distinct process into different elements.
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Other systems refers to: Philosophical schools apart from Nyaya that Udayana references in his discussion regarding pramanas... Philosophical frameworks distinct from Nyaya that propose different numbers or types of pramanas, which Nyaya critiqued for being unjustified.
Other systems refers to: Philosophical schools apart from Nyaya that Udayana references in his discussion regarding pramanas... Philosophical frameworks distinct from Nyaya that propose different numbers or types of pramanas, which Nyaya critiqued for being unjustified.
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Different nature refers to: The variety of characteristics manifest in different things, which necessitates the acceptance of multiple causes... The idea that different effects must have different natures because they arise from causes that are inherently different.
Different nature refers to: The variety of characteristics manifest in different things, which necessitates the acceptance of multiple causes... The idea that different effects must have different natures because they arise from causes that are inherently different.
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Carvaka position refers to: A philosophical stance that asserts nonapprehension proves nonexistence and denies the validity of inference as a source of knowledge... A philosophical stance that cannot logically defend itself against the Nyaya position of a permanent self, relying instead on Buddhist doctrines.
Carvaka position refers to: A philosophical stance that asserts nonapprehension proves nonexistence and denies the validity of inference as a source of knowledge... A philosophical stance that cannot logically defend itself against the Nyaya position of a permanent self, relying instead on Buddhist doctrines.
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Momentariness doctrine refers to: A central Buddhist doctrine refuted by Udayana that posits everything, including the self, is in a constant state of change... A philosophical concept that the body, including its parts, is not permanent but rather moments of existence that lead to challenges in explaining remembrance, as posited by the Carvaka.
Momentariness doctrine refers to: A central Buddhist doctrine refuted by Udayana that posits everything, including the self, is in a constant state of change... A philosophical concept that the body, including its parts, is not permanent but rather moments of existence that lead to challenges in explaining remembrance, as posited by the Carvaka.
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Particular case refers to: A specific instance that exemplifies a broader principle or rule, used here to illustrate the production of fire from causes like grass, wood, or gem... Specific scenarios in which a relation between a word and a thing can be identified.
Particular case refers to: A specific instance that exemplifies a broader principle or rule, used here to illustrate the production of fire from causes like grass, wood, or gem... Specific scenarios in which a relation between a word and a thing can be identified.
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Particular kind refers to: Specific types of objects or conditions (like a gem or spell) that can negate the expected outcome of burning from fire... Distinct categories or types that refer to the unique characteristics of certain atoms or substances.
Particular kind refers to: Specific types of objects or conditions (like a gem or spell) that can negate the expected outcome of burning from fire... Distinct categories or types that refer to the unique characteristics of certain atoms or substances.
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Material element refers to: The components that combine and undergo transformation to produce the body, which is argued by Carvaka to be conscious when arranged in a specific way... Material element (bhuta) is one of the various conceptions of the first cause of the world, suggesting physical reality as foundational.
Material element refers to: The components that combine and undergo transformation to produce the body, which is argued by Carvaka to be conscious when arranged in a specific way... Material element (bhuta) is one of the various conceptions of the first cause of the world, suggesting physical reality as foundational.
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Different effect refers to: Referring to the various outcomes that arise at separate times due to multiple causes... The phenomenon that various effects arise from causes of differing natures.
Different effect refers to: Referring to the various outcomes that arise at separate times due to multiple causes... The phenomenon that various effects arise from causes of differing natures.
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General observation refers to: Commonly shared experiences that support Udayana's claims regarding the permanence of things... The broader understanding that effects are contingent and depend on their specific causes.
General observation refers to: Commonly shared experiences that support Udayana's claims regarding the permanence of things... The broader understanding that effects are contingent and depend on their specific causes.
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Fifth stavaka refers to: The fifth stavaka is considered the most crucial in the text, relating to defending one's position while refuting opposing views... A specific section in the text where various arguments regarding Vedic interpretation are discussed.
Fifth stavaka refers to: The fifth stavaka is considered the most crucial in the text, relating to defending one's position while refuting opposing views... A specific section in the text where various arguments regarding Vedic interpretation are discussed.
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Fixed rule refers to: A principle that governs the production of fire, stating that the cooperating factor for one cause cannot assist another cause... An established principle that dictates how substances are produced from specific atoms, ensuring that certain outcomes can be reliably expected.
Fixed rule refers to: A principle that governs the production of fire, stating that the cooperating factor for one cause cannot assist another cause... An established principle that dictates how substances are produced from specific atoms, ensuring that certain outcomes can be reliably expected.
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Learned person refers to: Individuals who follow the instructions and advice given in the Vedic statements... Individuals acknowledged for their knowledge and understanding, who partake in rituals to achieve spiritual outcomes.
Learned person refers to: Individuals who follow the instructions and advice given in the Vedic statements... Individuals acknowledged for their knowledge and understanding, who partake in rituals to achieve spiritual outcomes.
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Ordinary cause refers to: The typical explanations or agents that produce results in the physical world, which must be invoked alongside concepts like adrishta in explaining effects... Causes that result in commonplace outcomes, such as a pot from clay, acknowledged by Carvaka.
Ordinary cause refers to: The typical explanations or agents that produce results in the physical world, which must be invoked alongside concepts like adrishta in explaining effects... Causes that result in commonplace outcomes, such as a pot from clay, acknowledged by Carvaka.
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Contradictory notions refers to: Conflicting ideas about God that Udayana seeks to address, which lead to doubt and critical examination... Five conflicting ideas about God discussed by Udayana.
Contradictory notions refers to: Conflicting ideas about God that Udayana seeks to address, which lead to doubt and critical examination... Five conflicting ideas about God discussed by Udayana.
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Kiranavali refers to: A learned commentary written by Udayana on the Prashastapadabhashya, which is considered of great significance within the Vaisheshika tradition... Kiranavali is one of Udayana's significant works, where he examines and defends the Vaisheshika position.
Kiranavali refers to: A learned commentary written by Udayana on the Prashastapadabhashya, which is considered of great significance within the Vaisheshika tradition... Kiranavali is one of Udayana's significant works, where he examines and defends the Vaisheshika position.
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Lakshanavali refers to: A small philosophical work written by Udayana presenting the basic views of the Vaisheshika system... One of Udayana's brief works that presents the basic tenets of the Vaisheshika philosophy and has been published from Varanasi with a commentary titled Nyayamuktavali.
Lakshanavali refers to: A small philosophical work written by Udayana presenting the basic views of the Vaisheshika system... One of Udayana's brief works that presents the basic tenets of the Vaisheshika philosophy and has been published from Varanasi with a commentary titled Nyayamuktavali.
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Nonapprehension refers to: A pramana discussed by Udayana, which is argued not to disprove God's existence and cannot be accepted as a separate source of knowledge... Nonapprehension is a concept admitted by the Bhatta Mimamsakas that explains the cognition of nonexistence, suggesting that nonexistence cannot be known through perception.
Nonapprehension refers to: A pramana discussed by Udayana, which is argued not to disprove God's existence and cannot be accepted as a separate source of knowledge... Nonapprehension is a concept admitted by the Bhatta Mimamsakas that explains the cognition of nonexistence, suggesting that nonexistence cannot be known through perception.
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Liberation refers to: The ultimate goal of human life, often sought through philosophical inquiry and the worship of God as posited by Udayana... The state of release or enlightenment, which holds different interpretations in Nyaya and Vedanta.
Liberation refers to: The ultimate goal of human life, often sought through philosophical inquiry and the worship of God as posited by Udayana... The state of release or enlightenment, which holds different interpretations in Nyaya and Vedanta.
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Svatahpramanya refers to: The Mimamsa view that asserts self-evident validity in both cognition and creation, contrasted against Nyaya’s view of external validity (paratah-pramanya)... The Mimamsaka theory of self-validity of the Veda, which contends that the Veda does not require external validation.
Svatahpramanya refers to: The Mimamsa view that asserts self-evident validity in both cognition and creation, contrasted against Nyaya’s view of external validity (paratah-pramanya)... The Mimamsaka theory of self-validity of the Veda, which contends that the Veda does not require external validation.
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Atmatattvaviveka refers to: A work that includes verses referenced to support claims regarding Udayana's philosophical positions... An independent work by Udayana that critiques Buddhist philosophy, discussing vital doctrines with strong arguments.
Atmatattvaviveka refers to: A work that includes verses referenced to support claims regarding Udayana's philosophical positions... An independent work by Udayana that critiques Buddhist philosophy, discussing vital doctrines with strong arguments.
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Samkhya refers to: A philosophical system that posits two principal realities � purusha, which is eternal and conscious, and prakriti, which is unconscious and subject to transformation... An opposing school that is characterized by a denial of the proofs for the existence of God, as discussed in the fifth chapter of the Nyayakusumanjali.
Samkhya refers to: A philosophical system that posits two principal realities � purusha, which is eternal and conscious, and prakriti, which is unconscious and subject to transformation... An opposing school that is characterized by a denial of the proofs for the existence of God, as discussed in the fifth chapter of the Nyayakusumanjali.