Significance of Samkhya doctrine
The Samkhya doctrine, according to Tibetan Buddhism, is a philosophical framework that explores the nature of existence, causation, and the relationship between causes and effects. It critiques the assertions regarding the duality of Caitanya (Spirit) and Buddhi (Intellect), and the notion that effects cannot exist before their causes. Additionally, various philosophical interpretations from Purana and Vedanta highlight aspects such as dualism, the unity of existence, and the nature of reality, while Shaktism focuses on the independence of Prakriti.
Synonyms: Sankhya philosophy, Sankhya system, Sankhya school, Sankhya theory, Dualistic philosophy, Samkhya philosophy, Samkhya school, Samkhya system
In Dutch: Samkhya-leer; In Finnish: Samkhyan oppi; In Spanish: Doctrina Samkhya; In German: Samkhya-Doktrin
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Buddhist concept of 'Samkhya doctrine'
The Samkhya doctrine in Buddhism explores reality's nature, emphasizing duality between spirit and intellect, critiques causation principles, and contests the notions that effects pre-exist their causes, highlighting relationships between particulars and universals.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) Philosophical views that have been examined and critiqued in the context of the nature of relations between particulars and universals.[1] (2) A philosophical tradition arguing for the unity of things derived from primordial matter, whose assertions are being critiqued.[2] (3) A philosophical doctrine that discusses the nature of existence, primarily arguing that effects cannot exist prior to their production and emphasizing the non-difference in essence between causes and effects.[3] (4) A philosophical system that proposes the idea that the various products emerging from Primordial Matter and other Causes are of the same essence as those Causes.[4] (5) A philosophical perspective that discusses existence, causation, and the nature of effects, specifically concerned with the relationship between causes and their results.[5]
Hindu concept of 'Samkhya doctrine'
The Samkhya doctrine in Hinduism is a philosophical system founded by Kapila, asserting the existence of multiple souls, a dualistic nature of reality, and the independence of Prakriti, while distinguishing between the ultimate reality (Brahman) and illusion.
From: Shakti and Shakta
(1) Philosophical elements that emphasize multiplicity of Atmans and the independence of Prakriti, different from Mayavada.[6]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Gaudapa Karika and Shankara Bhashya)
(1) A philosophical doctrine that accepts the existence of multiple souls based on the diversity of experiences.[7]
From: Bhagavad-gita-rahasya (or Karma-yoga Shastra)
(1) The philosophical principle asserting that the entire perceptible cosmos arises from one imperceptible, subtle, and homogeneous fundamental substance.[8]