Significance of States of consciousness
States of consciousness encompass various levels of awareness experienced by individuals, including waking, dreaming, deep sleep, and a fourth state known as Turiya. Different philosophical schools, such as Vedanta and Purana, describe these states as pivotal for understanding self-awareness and the nature of existence. Each state carries distinct psychological and physiological characteristics, influencing perception and cognitive functioning. The exploration of these states is crucial for attaining higher consciousness and understanding the interplay between experience and awareness throughout human existence.
Synonyms: Levels of awareness, Modes of consciousness, States of awareness
In Dutch: Bewustzijnstoestanden; In Finnish: Tietoisuuden tilat; In Spanish: Estados de conciencia; In German: 叠别飞耻蝉蝉迟蝉别颈苍蝉锄耻蝉迟盲苍诲别; In Swedish: 惭别诲惫别迟补苍诲别迟颈濒濒蝉迟氓苍诲; In Malay: Keadaan kesedaran; In Dutch: Staten van bewustzijn; In French: 脡tats de conscience
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Buddhist concept of 'States of consciousness'
States of consciousness in Buddhism encompass various categories of citta, reflecting different levels of awareness and mental activity influenced by sensory experiences, volitions, and meditation, highlighting the dynamic interplay between consciousness and perception.
From: Visuddhimagga (the pah of purification)
(1) Different conditions or levels of awareness that an individual can experience, particularly relevant to meditation and understanding jhana.[1] (2) Different conditions or forms of consciousness that can arise at various stages of existence and are essential for understanding mentality-materiality.[2] (3) States of consciousness refer to various levels of awareness and mental activity that correspond with different sensory bases and their objects.[3]
From: Patthanuddesa Dipani
(1) The various conditions of awareness that arise as results of volitions, categorized by their maturity.[4] (2) These are the various conditions and instances of conscious experience that occur reciprocally with mental properties.[5]
From: A Manual of Abhidhamma
(1) Different mental conditions or experiences that arise and are categorized into various types.[6] (2) Different conditions of awareness and mental states that have been analyzed based on feelings and roots.[7]
From: A Discourse on Paticcasamuppada
(1) Mental conditions that interact with sense organs and sense objects, illustrating the nature of perception.[8]
From: Dhammapada (Illustrated)
(1) Describes the mental focus cultivated by individuals free from attachments, illustrating freedom of thought.[9]
From: Cetasikas
(1) Different types or categories of citta, including akusala, kusala, jhana factors, and vipakacitta.[10]
Hindu concept of 'States of consciousness'
In Hinduism, States of consciousness encompass various levels of awareness, including waking, dreaming, and deep sleep, ultimately revealing the Atman's experience and perceptions of reality, while also reflecting on the nature of ultimate truth.
From: Mandukya Upanishad
(1) Different levels or conditions of awareness that affect how entities are perceived.[11] (2) Different levels of awareness or perception, which can lead to delusions about the nature of existence.[12] (3) Different levels of awareness such as waking or dreaming, which are considered delusions within the context of Maya.[13] (4) Different modes of existence and awareness such as waking, dreaming, and sleeping, which are ultimately experiences of the same reality.[14] (5) States of consciousness refer to the various levels of awareness perceived by individuals, which are deemed empty of ultimate reality.[15]
From: Thirty minor Upanishads
(1) Levels of awareness attained through Yoga practice, involving the transcendence of ordinary perceptions and experiences into higher understanding.[16] (2) Refers to the four states: jagrata (waking), svapna (dreaming), sushupti (dreamless sleep), and turya (the fourth state).[17] (3) Three recognized states: waking, dreaming, and dreamless sleeping, representing different aspects of awareness.[18] (4) The Upanishad outlines four avasthas (states of consciousness) that relate to the nature of Atma.[19]
From: Mundaka Upanishad with Shankara鈥檚 Commentary
(1) The witness of all states of consciousness pertains to the Paramatman being aware of the different levels of existence the Atman undergoes in its temporal form.[20] (2) The various levels of awareness and mental activity, such as seeing, hearing, thinking, and knowing, in which the Atman witnesses.[21]
From: Brahma Sutras (Ramanuja)
(1) Different forms or types of cognitions experienced at any given time.[22] (2) Experiences or phenomena within an individual's awareness that are characterized by various attributes or differences.[23]
From: Kaivalya Upanishad
(1) Different forms of awareness, all seen as projections stemming from delusions experienced by beings.[24]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad
(1) Different conditions of awareness (waking, dreaming, deep sleep) that shape an individual's experience of reality.[25]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Gaudapa Karika and Shankara Bhashya)
(1) Refers to the three main states: waking (jagrat), dreaming (svapna), and deep sleep (sushupti), experienced by the self.[26]
From: Brahma Sutras (Shankaracharya)
(1) States of consciousness refer to the various modifications of cognitions, which are of a uniform nature, and are distinguished based on the objects of perception, such as the ideas of posts, walls, and jars.[27]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) The varying levels of awareness that include waking, dreaming, and deep sleep, wherein the presence of the Self is evaluated.[28]
From: Kena Upanishad with Shankara鈥檚 Commentary
(1) These refer to varying levels of awareness and mental perception in which the Atman perceives the world.[29]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) Refers to the three states: the object thought, the act of thinking, and the thinker, which must be reflected upon to attain higher consciousness.[30]
From: Laghu-yoga-vasistha
(1) Levels of awareness or cognitive functioning experienced by living beings, influenced by their experiences.[31]
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) Refers to the various conditions of awareness including waking, dreaming, and deep sleep, along with a fourth pure state known as Turiya.[32]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) Different conditions of awareness where some qualities are seen as common and others as distinct.[33]
The concept of States of consciousness in local and regional sources
States of consciousness encompass various awareness conditions influencing human experience, emotional and mental perceptions in Tagore's poetry through symbolism, and are categorized into four key phases reflecting distinct levels of awareness and perception.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) Various levels of awareness and mental states experienced by the Human Soul, including deep sleep, dreams, and consciousness.[34] (2) The various conditions of awareness that influence human experience, including lack of fulfillment.[35] (3) The emotional and mental experiences communicated through Tagore's use of symbolism, imagery, and rhythm in his poetry.[36] (4) Different phases or levels of awareness and perception, typically categorized into four key states.[37]