Significance of Shame
Synonyms: Guilt, Embarrassment, Humiliation, Disgrace, Dishonor, Mortification, Reproach, Discomfiture
In Malay: Malu; In Dutch: Schaamte; In Finnish: 贬盲辫别盲; In Spanish: 尝谩蝉迟颈尘补; In German: Scham; In Swedish: Skam; In French: Honte
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Buddhist concept of 'Shame'
In Buddhism, Shame encompasses various interpretations, including an emotional response to recognizing moral failures, the notion of equality in cognition, and the metaphysical attributes attributed to the soul, reflecting both personal and philosophical dimensions.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) The affirmation of the Word鈥檚 consistency and unchanging nature throughout time and space, as perceived by individuals.[1] (2) Referring to the concept of attributing characteristics like 'appearance and disappearance' to the soul or Spirit.[2] (3) A phrase indicating that two concepts or entities that are not different must be considered identical in principle, particularly in the context of negation.[3] (4) Referring to equality or likeness in nature, which is contested in the context of Means of Cognition and Fruit of Cognition.[4] (5) Refers to the concept that two instances being considered cannot coexist as identical entities in the context of cognition.[5]
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) An emotion experienced by the brahmacarin Louen li upon recognizing his friend Mrigashiras as a converted bhikshu standing behind the Buddha.[6]
From: Visuddhimagga (the pah of purification)
(1) A feeling of embarrassment or guilt about one鈥檚 actions, particularly regarding moral failures or misconduct.[7]
Hindu concept of 'Shame'
In Hinduism, shame denotes feelings of disgrace or embarrassment, reflects the identity of the soul, and connects to emotional responses impacting relationships and identity, demonstrating the complexity of moral and philosophical interpretations within the tradition.
From: Brahma Sutras (Shankaracharya)
(1) The departure is the same for him who knows and him who does not know in the beginning, but the path they take differs based on their knowledge.[8] (2) This term refers to the consistency of instruction, and it is used to conclude that in texts such as discussed above, the matter of instruction is the same.[9] (3) This term is used to emphasize that the identical duties are to be carried out, regardless of their context.[10] (4) This refers to the identity of the soul. The text emphasizes that the individual that awakens is identical to the one that entered the state of rest, supported by various arguments and observations.[11] (5) The phrase 'the same' is used to refer to the shared characteristics or qualities that different passages or texts may possess, especially those from the same Shakha, as seen in the discussion about whether these passages should be unified or separate.[12]
From: Chandogya Upanishad (english Translation)
(1) The man's confirmation of his identity as Raikva.[13] (2) Referring to the need for the king to repeat what he said about Gautama's son.[14]
From: Chandogya Upanishad (Shankara Bhashya)
(1) A principle that signifies the idea of sameness in relation to the Sun and the Sama, emphasizing that all beings reflect a shared essence.[15]
From: Prashna Upanishad with Shankara鈥檚 Commentary
(1) A phrase used to denote agreement among various interpretations regarding the nature of Time and the universe.[16]
From: Brahma Sutras (Ramanuja)
(1) Refers to the philosophical concept that the individual identity remains constant despite changes, such as during transitions from sleep to waking.[17]
From: Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu
(1) A feeling of guilt or embarrassment, specifically related to the loss of significance of valuable objects.[18] (2) A painful feeling of humiliation or distress caused by consciousness of wrong or foolish behavior, referred to as vrida.[19] (3) Vrida; a painful feeling regarding one's own actions or status.[20]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) Implies that different pairs of opposites (friends/enemies, honor/dishonor, etc.) are ultimately viewed as having equal significance.[21] (2) The feeling of disgrace or embarrassment that the subjects are discarding in the verse.[22]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) An emotional response that influences the demigods鈥� reluctance to admit the superiority of the maharshis.[23]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) Refers to the perception of identity between the jar and the mud in the highlighted example, questioning how objects can be viewed as identical or different.[24] (2) Describes the commonality shared between the two substrata, emphasizing that despite differences, there is a fundamental similarity.[25] (3) Refers to something that is identical or unchanged, particularly in the context of language and meaning expressed by words.[26]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) A term used to indicate that the applicable penalties for different cases of intercourse, such as with a 'vratya' and a 'candali', should be equivalent.[27]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Griffith)
(1) Shame is the feeling of Sugriva, as he is not worthy of the royal name, and that he should not share the power he has acquired due to his actions.[28]
From: Hayanaratna: The Jewel of Annual Astrology
(1) This phrase indicates that the dream's characteristics are similar, especially when considering the influence of Rahu or Ketu, suggesting that the dream experiences may be alike.[29]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 2: Minerals (uparasa)
(1) identical in kind or quality to something previously mentioned.[30]
Jain concept of 'Shame'
In Jainism, the keyphrase "Shame" is interpreted as a painful emotion arising from the awareness of having committed dishonorable acts, reflecting the importance of moral integrity and self-awareness in one鈥檚 actions.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) A painful emotion resulting from the consciousness of something dishonorable done.[31]
The concept of Shame in local and regional sources
Shame, as described in the text, represents a complex emotion tied to personal and shared experiences, evident in Savitri's struggles as a widow, the King's realization of unworthiness, and the overarching spiritual truths shared by individuals.
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) This refers to the author's health, which is the same as it was in Calcutta.[32] (2) The same is what the great Prophets did, they bore a gigantic world on their shoulders, just as everyone bears their little cross.[33] (3) This is what the author believes the Mother wants them to undergo.[34] (4) This in misery and happiness, in success and defeat, and such a mind is nearing that state of freedom, and the mind cannot be easily conquered, and minds that rise into waves at the approach of every little thing at the slightest provocation or danger, in what a state they must be![35] (5) The great Vaishnava teachers have done the same.[36]
From: Triveni Journal
(1) A feeling experienced by Sabari when confronted by her father about her actions regarding Mowdgalya.[37] (2) An emotion that Savitri grapples with regarding her past life and current situation of being a widow.[38]
From: Bede's Ecclesiastical History of England
(1) A reference to the brothers.[39] (2) This is used to refer to the sixth hour of the day when the youth realized that his eye had been cured by the application of the relics.[40]
From: Folklore of the Santal Parganas
(1) The overwhelming feeling experienced by the brothers upon the realization of their wrongdoing.[41]
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) This signifies equality or equivalence between two or more things, indicating they are identical or have the same value.[42]
From: Village Folk-tales of Ceylon (Sri Lanka), vol. 1-3
(1) The emotion felt by the King upon realizing that he may be considered unworthy for not seeing the robe.[43]