Significance of Suspicion
Synonyms: Doubt, Mistrust, Distrust, Skepticism, Incredulity, Disbelief.
In Dutch: Vermoeden; In Finnish: ·¡±èä¾±±ô±ôä; In Spanish: Sospecha
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Hindu concept of 'Suspicion'
In Hinduism, suspicion encompasses Tara's doubts about Sugriva's true intentions, reflects general mistrust leading to mental confusion, and highlights misunderstandings about Shudra initiation timings, revealing deeper complexities in interpersonal and societal dynamics.
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) A feeling of doubt or mistrust regarding someone or something, contributing to mental perplexity.[1]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The potential misunderstanding regarding the regulation of Shudra’s initiation and the implications that arise from the lack of specified timing.[2]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Shastri)
(1) Tara's feeling of doubt regarding Sugriva's intentions, indicating her concern that there may be more at play than what is apparent.[3]
Jain concept of 'Suspicion'
In Jainism, Suspicion pertains to doubting Sita’s honor, stemming from her time in Ravana's home. This highlights the broader theme of mistrust and its moral implications within relationships and societal perceptions.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) The doubt cast upon Sita’s honor due to her time spent in Ravana's house.[4]
The concept of Suspicion in local and regional sources
The keyphrase "Suspicion" encompasses a sense of doubt about others' intentions, as seen in Bhargavi's mistrust of Sunanda regarding her missing necklace, emphasizing deeper themes of trust and interpersonal relationships.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) A feeling of doubt or mistrust regarding someone's intentions or actions.[5] (2) Bhargavi's doubt concerning Sunanda's role in the disappearance of her necklace, highlighting themes of trust.[6]