Significance of Danger
Synonyms: Hazard, Risk, Peril, Jeopardy, Vulnerability
In Dutch: Gevaar; In Finnish: Vaara; In Spanish: Peligro; In German: Gefahr
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Buddhist concept of 'Danger'
In Buddhism, "Danger" encompasses situations threatening monks' safety, necessitating rule exceptions in conduct and travel. It signifies risks that may affect communal discussions and allow for necessary actions despite usual prohibitions.
From: Vinaya Pitaka (3): Khandhaka
(1) A situation that may threaten a monk's safety or well-being, which allows exceptions to certain rules.[1] (2) A situation that may warrant a monk to leave the company of others or change their residence for safety or protection.尘腻苍补迟迟补">[2] (3) A situation that may necessitate exceptions to the rules followed by monks, particularly regarding their movement and interactions with others.尘腻苍补迟迟补">[3] (4) A situation that poses a risk, which may allow exceptions to the usual rules for monks.[4] (5) Conditions under which monks under probation may operate outside their usual restrictions.[5]
From: Vinaya Pitaka (1): Bhikkhu-vibhanga (the analysis of Monks鈥� rules)
(1) Circumstances that might justify the act of warming oneself by fire, as allowed by the rules.[6] (2) Potential hazards that may justify the monks and nuns acting without following the usual rules.[7] (3) The potential threats or risks associated with travelling in certain locations, affecting the rules of conduct.[8]
From: Vinaya Pitaka (2): Bhikkhuni-vibhanga (the analysis of Nun鈥� rules)
(1) A reference to the threats present in certain areas, which can justify a nun's warning without being considered grudging.[9]
From: Vinaya (3): The Cullavagga
(1) Situations that can affect the assembly of Bhikkhus and lead to discussions regarding certain offenses, affecting decisions about Patimokkha examination.[10]
From: Apadana commentary (Atthakatha)
(1) Bhava; signifies the fear associated with present and future existence.[11]
Hindu concept of 'Danger'
In Hinduism, danger encompasses threats to safety that inhibit study, situations necessitating avoidance, and adversities that can be mitigated through worship, reflecting a broader interpretation of peril and caution in spiritual practices.
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) Refers to situations that pose a threat, marking the time unsuitable for study.[12] (2) Circumstances that involve risk or peril, where study is not advisable.[13] (3) Any situation posing a threat or risk, classified as unfit for pursuing study.[14]
From: Asvalayana-grihya-sutra
(1) Refers to situations that may lead to injury or harm, which the Snataka is instructed to avoid as part of their observances.[15]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Griffith)
(1) Danger is described as dire, with the loss of friends and the Vanars and bears impends, signaling a threatening situation.[16] (2) Dangers are present in the wood, which the speaker explains to Sita, and it is full of mighty monsters and treacherous floods.[17]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) The threats faced by characters, emphasizing the need for strategic thinking and caution.[18]
From: Hayanaratna: The Jewel of Annual Astrology
(1) Danger is a keyword used in the provided text, associated with the eighth house, indicating the possibility of harm, peril, or risk of adverse events in a person's life.[19]