Significance of Beautiful
Synonyms: Lovely, Charming, Delightful, Enchanting, Handsome, Radiant, Pleasing
In Dutch: Mooi; In Finnish: Kaunis; In Spanish: Hermoso; In German: ³§³¦³óö²Ô; In Malay: Cantik; In Swedish: Vacker; In French: Beau
The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.
Buddhist concept of 'Beautiful'
In Buddhism, "Beautiful" encompasses physical attractiveness, virtuous mental states, and nineteen qualities—such as confidence and mindfulness—that foster wholesome consciousness, emphasizing a deeper connection between beauty and moral and mental well-being.
From: A Manual of Abhidhamma
(1) The nineteen mental states classified as beautiful, including qualities like confidence, mindfulness, and moral dread that promote wholesome states of consciousness.[1] (2) Types of consciousness linked only with mental states that are viewed as virtuous or aesthetically pleasing.[2]
From: Milindapanha (questions of King Milinda)
(1) Describes individuals who possess physical attractiveness.[3]
Hindu concept of 'Beautiful'
In Hinduism, "Beautiful" embodies aesthetic appeal, denoting pleasing attributes in virtuous acts, natural settings like Vrindavana, and divine figures, emphasizing visual splendor that captivates the heart and senses while enhancing spiritual experiences.
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) A quality attributed to Vrindavana forest, emphasizing its attractiveness and charm as a natural setting.[4] (2) Describes the enchanting nature of Vrindavana in the context.[5] (3) Pleasing to the senses or aesthetic appeal.[6] (4) Descriptive of the palace or home of Vasudeva as a pleasing sight.[7] (5) Describes the aesthetic appeal of various elements within the forest, highlighting its charm.[8]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) The quality or state of possessing beauty, referenced in the context of perceptions by those engaged in devotion.[9]
The concept of Beautiful in local and regional sources
"Beautiful" embodies the essence of art and aesthetic qualities, evoking admiration through imagination and sentiment, while also describing pleasing physical appearances and natural phenomena, promoting a deep appreciation for beauty in various forms.
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) This is what the rays of the moon are.[10] (2) The text describes something as beautiful multiple times, particularly the rising sun, nature's hues, and the universe itself, expressing aesthetic appreciation and a sense of wonder.[11] (3) This is the essence that Art aims to represent, indicating that artistic endeavors are fundamentally about conveying and embodying aesthetic qualities.[12] (4) This word is used to describe the young girl, highlighting her physical appearance, indicating she is pleasing to the eye.[13]
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The beautiful is a concept that imagination always creates, and sentiment is a category that falls under this definition, as a poet can avoid the ugly and depict the beautiful by imagination, learning, and practice.[14] (2) A term describing the physical appearance of both goddesses, with special emphasis on Durga's vivid descriptions.[15] (3) A conceptual focus on aesthetic values and artistic expression promoted by Mr. Couldrey in his teachings to students.[16]
From: Sanskrit Words In Southeast Asian Languages
(1) This term describes something that is aesthetically pleasing or attractive, suggesting an object or person that evokes admiration.[17]