Significance of Chapter Three
Chapter Three is a significant section in various contexts across Jainism, Vaishnavism, Ayurveda, and Kamashastra. In Jainism, it concludes discussions on infernal beings and introduces new topics, while in Vaishnavism, it explores Shri Caitanya's pastimes and key spiritual themes. Ayurveda's Chapter Three addresses health and disease principles, and Kamashastra focuses on foreplay in sexual intercourse. Each of these contexts offers distinct insights and teachings related to their traditions, highlighting the importance of Chapter Three in their respective texts.
In Finnish: Kolmas luku; In Dutch: Hoofdstuk Drie; In Spanish: CapÃtulo tres; In German: Kapitel Drei; In Swedish: Kapitel tre; In Malay: Bab Tiga; In French: Chapitre trois
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Hindu concept of 'Chapter Three'
Chapter Three in Hinduism encompasses various interpretations, including health concepts in Buddhist texts, pivotal events in Mahaprabhu’s life, and spiritual themes across different scriptures, particularly within the Caitanya-charitamrita and Bhagavatam traditions.
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) A designated section of the Madhya-khanda that discusses specific aspects of Shri Caitanya's pastimes.[1] (2) The specific chapter of the Gaudiya-bhashya that focuses on the 'Calculation of the Lord’s Horoscope.'[2] (3) A section within the Antya-khanda that discusses important events in the life of Mahaprabhu, particularly his interactions and travels.[3] (4) A section within the Adi-khanda mentioned in relation to understanding the aspects of Lord Caitanya.[4] (5) A particular chapter in the Caitanya-caritamrita that is important to the narrative or teachings.[5]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) A specific section of a text that discusses themes related to spirituality and respect for revered figures.[6]
From: Bhesajjakkhandhaka (Chapter on Medicine)
(1) A specific section within the study that discusses concepts of health, disease, and medical principles in early Buddhist texts.[7] (2) A section that presents concepts on health, illness, and the principles of medical knowledge in Buddhist scriptures.[8]
From: Kamashastra Discourse (Life in Ancient India)
(1) The section focused on the actions involved in foreplay during sexual intercourse.[9]
Jain concept of 'Chapter Three'
Chapter Three in Jainism marks a conclusive segment focusing on dialogue resolution, infernal beings, and 'Tinges', and transitions to new topics, emphasizing its significance within the Pannavana Sutra's broader thematic context.
From: Bhagavati-sutra (Viyaha-pannatti)
(1) A specific section of the Pannavana Sutra mentioned for additional reference concerning the topic of 'Tinges'.[10] (2) The title or designation of a segment in the given context, marking the conclusion of the discussion.[11] (3) The section of the text that concludes the discussion on the aforementioned subjects before moving on to new content.[12] (4) The section in which this dialogue occurs, concluding with a sense of resolution on the topic discussed.[13] (5) Refers to a specific section in the text which concludes with a discussion on the nature of infernal beings.[14]
The concept of Chapter Three in local and regional sources
Chapter Three focuses on diarrhea and grahani, incorporating remedies from the Rasaratnakara and Sharngadhara's texts, contrasting with Chapter Two, which addresses fevers, thereby emphasizing the diverse medical topics covered in the treatise.
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) A chapter in the Jagadbhushana that covers astronomical phenomena related to the so-called ‘three questions�, and it includes rules for determining the ascendant, rising times, and declination.[15] (2) Chapter three (on diarrhea and grahani ) again include remedies taken from the Rasaratnakara and Sharngadhara’s treatise, while chapter two is about fevers.[16]