Significance of Six ways
The Six ways encompass various interpretations across different traditions. In Tibetan Buddhism, it pertains to transformations of syllable vibrations. In Purana, it signifies the directions of offerings in worship. Mahayana associates it with cosmic tremors linked to significant spiritual events, including the birth of the Bodhisattva. It also includes the different types of earthquakes recognized in Buddhism. Lastly, in Indian history, it describes six methods of pleasure experienced when consuming 'Rasa' or juice.
Synonyms: Six means, Approaches, Techniques, Strategies
In Dutch: Zes manieren; In Finnish: Kuusi tapaa; In Spanish: Seis maneras; In German: Sechs Wege
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Buddhist concept of 'Six ways'
The "Six ways" in Buddhism encompasses various manifestations of tremors and shakes in response to the Buddha's presence, including earth trembles at the Bodhisattva's birth, cosmic events, vibrations from syllables, and symbolic earthquakes related to spiritual realizations.
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) The significant trembling of the earth that occurred at the moment of the Bodhisattva's birth.[1] (2) The multiple manifestations of trembling or shaking of the trisahasramahasahasralokadhatu in response to the Buddha's presence.[2] (3) The manner in which the earth shook, presumably referring to significant cosmic events related to the liberation of beings.[3]
From: Shurangama Sutra (with commentary) (English)
(1) The six kinds of earthquakes recognized within the Buddhist context that symbolize significant spiritual events or realizations.[4]
The concept of Six ways in local and regional sources
"Six ways" describes the six methods of experiencing pleasure through taste, specifically related to 'Rasa' or juice. This concept highlights the diverse sensations and enjoyment derived from different flavors encountered by the tongue.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The six methods through which pleasure is experienced by the tongue when consuming 'Rasa' or juice.[5]