Significance of Colour
Synonyms: Shade, Tint, Tone, Dye
In Spanish: Colour; In Dutch: Kleur; In Finnish: 痴盲谤颈; In Malay: Warna; In German: Farbe; In Swedish: 贵盲谤驳; In French: Couleur
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Buddhist concept of 'Colour'
In Buddhism, color represents various divine appearances, sensory perceptions, characteristics separate from their objects, individual visual recognition, and specific hues associated with deities, like yellow for Kuvera, emphasizing both symbolism and perception.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) A characteristic or quality often distinguished from the object it is associated with, as argued in the commentary.[1] (2) Specifically denotes the visual aspect that is present in front of two individuals; only one can perceive it based on their visual abilities.[2] (3) Visual stimuli that are interpreted through the sense of sight, specifically being emphasized in the context of remote and subtle recognition.[3]
From: The gods of northern Buddhism
(1) A characteristic hue related to deities, such as 'yellow' for Kuvera.[4]
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) Refers to the various appearances the goddesses could adopt, which Anuruddha requested to be singular colors like blue, yellow, red, and white.[5]
Hindu concept of 'Colour'
In Hinduism, colour signifies various concepts including Varna, emotional perception, and physical attributes. It represents qualities of objects and atoms, influences fortune, and showcases diversity, playing a vital role in ritual and perception.
From: Padarthadharmasamgraha and Nyayakandali
(1) A quality of corporeal objects that refers to the visual perception determined by the wavelength of light reflected from the surface of objects.[6] (2) A quality of objects that can be perceived by the eye, representing one of the seventeen qualities named in the Sutra.[7] (3) A productive quality that can signify the color characteristics of an object or entity.[8]
From: Brihat Samhita
(1) Varna; reflects the brightness and quality of a person's skin which influences their fortune.[9]
From: Hayanaratna: The Jewel of Annual Astrology
(1) The purpose of statements about these of the planets is knowing the gain of objects the color of a planet that is strong in the year.[10]
From: Vivekachudamani
(1) An aspect of forms that can be perceived, representing the diversity of forms present in the objective world.[11]
From: Brahma Sutras (Shankaracharya)
(1) This is a quality possessed by atoms, and is used in the text to argue against the idea of atomic permanence.[12]
From: Bharadvaja-srauta-sutra
(1) Another aspect of physical attributes mentioned in relation to the ritual cleansing process.[13]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) An additional characteristic compared to fragrance, suggesting that just as smell can be distinctive, so can color.[14]
From: Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu
(1) An attribute that influences emotional perception, specifically how the color of the black cloud affects King Ikshvaku's feelings.[15]
Jain concept of 'Colour'
In Jainism, Colour encompasses accurate visual descriptions by monks and nuns, reflects karma associated with perceiving hues, and signifies body's hue differentiation determined by name-karma, emphasizing ethics in perception and spiritual understanding.
From: Tattvartha Sutra (with commentary)
(1) The differentiation of hues in the body, established through name-karma.[16]
From: Acaranga-sutra
(1) Visual perceptions that monks and nuns should describe accurately and simply without negative qualifiers.[17]
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) Karma related to the visual perception of different hues.[18]
The concept of Colour in scientific sources
Colour is a crucial visual element for humans, acting as an important information channel that can enhance memory and perception, according to regional sources. It plays a vital role in communication and cognitive processes.
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This is a visual element believed to be important for humans, serving as a significant information channel and potentially enhancing memory.[19]