Significance of Punishment
Synonyms: Penalty, Discipline, Retribution, Chastisement, Correction, Consequence, Sanction, Penalty., Reproof
In Dutch: Straf; In Finnish: Rangaistus; In Spanish: Castigo; In German: Bestrafung; In Malay: Hukuman; In Swedish: Bestraffning; In French: Punition
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Buddhist concept of 'Punishment'
In Buddhism, punishment encompasses consequences of rule violations and offenses according to the Patimokkha, affecting individuals and families, resulting in suffering, especially in hell, with varying severities based on the nature of wrongdoing.
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) The consequence faced after committing theft, including suffering and potential afterlife repercussions.[1] (2) Consequences faced as a result of lying and spreading slander, highlighted through the varying degrees of suffering in hell.[2] (3) The consequence of violating rules, suggested by the Buddha as affecting not just the individual but also their family.[3]
From: Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva fundamental vow sutra
(1) Severe penalties that sinners endure within Avici Hell, which include a variety of torturous methods and devices.[4]
From: Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva Purvapranidhana Sutra
(1) Sufferings experienced as a consequence of past transgressions, emphasized in the context of hell and karmic justice.[5]
From: Vinaya Pitaka (1): Bhikkhu-vibhanga (the analysis of Monks鈥� rules)
(1) Consequences faced by monks for breaking the established monastic rules.[6] (2) Consequences that follow the avowal of offences, as established by the rules of the Patimokkha.[7]
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) The consequence imposed by the King on the brahmin, reflecting the legal repercussions of his actions when caught stealing.[8]
From: Milindapanha (questions of King Milinda)
(1) The consequence imposed for wrongdoing, varying in severity based on the nature of the offence and the person involved.[9]
Hindu concept of 'Punishment'
In Hinduism, Punishment encompasses various consequences for wrongdoing, emphasizing legal standards, societal order, and moral behavior. It serves to maintain discipline, address failures in scriptural recitation, and impose penalties, reflecting the need for justice and adherence to sacred laws.
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The consequence that would fall upon the maiden's guardians if she approaches an inferior person; it indicates that the girl is not her own mistress.[10] (2) Consequences employed to discourage crime, which must be applied according to legal standards.[11] (3) The consequences or penalties imposed by the king on offenders, prescribed in accordance with sacred laws and the severity of their crimes.[12] (4) Consequences faced by the washerman for failing to adhere to the washing rules outlined, including mixing clothes or allowing others to wear them.[13] (5) The consequence faced by the party that misrepresents the details of the deposit.[14]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) A consequence or penalty received by Advaita, which led to an ecstatic reaction.[15] (2) The penalty or consequence that Krishna imposed on the atheist, which was initially proposed for Haridasa Thakura.[16] (3) The consequence faced by Duryodhana and his family for their averseness to the service of the Lord, symbolized by their destruction.[17]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) The consequence faced by Surpanakha for her desires, leading to a question about the nature of her actions.[18]
From: Chandogya Upanishad (english Translation)
(1) Consequences faced by a person for failing to correctly recite scriptures or make errors.[19]
From: Devi Bhagavata Purana
(1) One of the four strategies outlined for dealing with enemies, often involving consequences for wrongdoings.[20]
The concept of Punishment in local and regional sources
Punishment in the text denotes the repercussions encountered by characters violating societal norms, exemplified by sage Matanga's mandated consequences for Mowdgalya's actions involving Sabari, highlighting the societal retribution for moral transgressions.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The consequence that sage Matanga states Mowdgalya must face for having touched Sabari and engaging with her through the exchanged fruits.[21] (2) The consequence deemed appropriate by the sage Matanga for Mowdgalya's actions of eating fruits tasted by Sabari.[22] (3) Consequences faced by characters who defy social norms; in the novel, they symbolize the harsh realities of societal retribution against transgression.[23]