Significance of Twofold-path
The keyphrase "Twofold-path" highlights a dual approach to spirituality found in both the Purana and Mahayana traditions. In Purana, it signifies two modalities of devotion: true knowledge (Sankhyas) and action (Yogins). In Mahayana, the Twofold-path incorporates both the path of seeing truths (satyadarshanamarga) and the path of meditation (bhavanamarga), which lead to liberation. Additionally, it categorizes paths into pairs such as the bad versus good path and the worldly versus supramundane path.
In Finnish: Kaksinkertainen polku; In Spanish: Doble camino
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Buddhist concept of 'Twofold-path'
The Twofold-path in Buddhism encompasses contrasting paths—good versus bad and worldly versus supramundane—alongside a spiritual journey comprising truth realization and meditation aimed at achieving liberation.
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) Paths that can be categorized into two pairs: the bad path (akushalamarga) versus the good path (kushalamarga), and the worldly path (laukikamarga) versus the supraworldly path (lokottaramarga), among others.[1] (2) A spiritual journey that comprises the path of seeing the truths (satyadarshanamarga) and the path of meditation (bhavanamarga) leading to liberation.[2]
Hindu concept of 'Twofold-path'
The Twofold-path in Hinduism symbolizes a dual spiritual approach, integrating true knowledge (Sankhyas) and action (Yogins) to achieve devotion, illustrating the balance between wisdom and practical engagement in spirituality.
From: Bhagavadgita
(1) A dual approach to spirituality representing two modalities of devotion: one through true knowledge (Sankhyas) and the other through action (Yogins).[3]
From: Brihaddharma Purana (abridged)
(1) The dual approach to Dharma consisting of Agama and Nigama, highlighting the importance of both action and knowledge in supporting the world.[4]