Significado de Inmortalidad
En Inglés: Deathlessness, Immortality
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El concepto Budista de 'Inmortalidad'
En el budismo, la inmortalidad se refiere a la iluminación espiritual, trascendiendo el ciclo de nacimiento y muerte [1]. En Mahayana, es la liberación del ciclo de renacimiento, ligada a la iluminación, una existencia eterna y un objetivo clave en la práctica budista . Esta DzԻ徱ó supera la muerte física, relacionada con las ԲñԳ del Buda . Representa la vida y conciencia eterna en la tradición budista [2].
La inmortalidad, según el Exaltado, incluye el camino para alcanzarla [3]. Varios seres la obtuvieron al comprender la importancia de la vida virtuosa [4]. Miles de devas y hombres se liberaron del sufrimiento gracias a las ԲñԳ [5]. En Theravada, simboliza el cese del renacimiento a través de las ԲñԳ que llevan a la iluminación [6].
Es el objetivo final del budismo, en contraste con la ilusión de la vida eterna, representando el cese del sufrimiento a través de Nibbana [7]. También es el estado más allá del renacimiento, asociado con Nibbana , alcanzado al aplicar los siete factores de la iluminación .
El concepto Hindú de 'Inmortalidad'
In Hinduism, "Inmortalidad" signifies an unending, everlasting quality, linked to the eternal nature of divine entities such as Agni [8]. It is associated with the divine state gods achieve through sacrifice, a ritual practice aiming to sustain life and favorable conditions [9]. This desired outcome, often granted to sacrificers, promises eternal life in the heavenly realm [10]. This ultimate state of existence is the goal of the sacrificial rites [11].
It represents a state beyond death, even though Death itself is immortal [12]. It is also tied to generative power, particularly within ritual actions [13]. The unending quality of existence is promised to those who know and perform the sacrifices [14]. The concept also appears within the context of legacies, like offspring and cattle [15]. The gods seek this state, yet it is unattainable while tied to bodily existence [16]. Providing water of immortality is a ritual symbol [17].
In Vaishnavism, it's the eternal state granted by the Lord, eliminating dangers and fear [18]. It is achieved through devotion to God [19]. In the Purana, it is a goal pursued for knowledge, power, or peace [20]. It's a blessing, like the one given to Surabhi [21], or a boon granted to Vibhishana [22]. The state is also related to detaching from all material things [23].
The Purana associates it with beings in Varuna's assembly [24]. It is linked to the powerful effect of honey [25]. It is achieved by being undisturbed by senses [26] and is the outcome of righteousness [27]. Annihilating desires leads to it [28]. Spiritual practices enable transcendence [29]. The consumption of nectar also provides it [30].
Realization of the distinction between self and Pati leads to it . Proper worship and devotion to Vishnu is also the path . Understanding Somesha's nature allows it . It is also sought through religious devotion . It's the result of bathing in Amritavapi . It is also achieved through devotion and circumambulation . The grace of certain deities can also bestow this gift . Visiting Brahma Tirtha also bestows it . Devotion and remembrance of Narayana can achieve it . Mahadeva gifted it to Kusha . Shiva granted it to the Rakshasi's son [31]. King Dasaratha's legacy is a form of it [32]. Valor and penances may lead to it, but it is not easily attained [33]. Dashagriva desired it [34].
In Kavya, it is attained through renunciation . Vedanta views it as transcendence attained by those established in Brahman [35]. It's related to the knower of Saguna Brahman [36]. It is achieved by departing through the Sushumna [37]. Reaching Brahmaloka grants it [38]. Brahman itself possesses it [39]. Transcending death through the right pathways leads to it [40]. Understanding the Self provides it [41]. Knowledge of unity with the highest Self maintains it [42].
Bhuman is connected to its eternal nature [43]. It is achievable through knowledge and righteous deeds [44]. It is attainable through Self-knowledge and renunciation [45]. It is related to the nature of the Absolute [46]. It is not found in Creation [47]. It is achieved by understanding Brahman [48]. It is described as relative [49]. Knowledge of Atman leads to it [50]. Attaining heaven is a path [51]. Passing through the sun via the Sushumna achieves it [52]. It's the desire of the Atman [53]. It is associated with amrita [54]. Conquering all desires transforms one into it . Realizing Brahman is the path [55].
Realizing Brahman and transcending the cycle of birth and death is another path [56]. Understanding prana leads to it [57]. It is often sought through spiritual understanding [58]. It is understanding and realizing the highest Self [59]. It is liberation from Samsara [60]. It is an attribute of the highest Self [61]. It is achieved by knowledge of the Supreme Person [62]. It is achieved by knowledge of the Imperishable [63]. The fruit of knowledge of the highest Person [64]. It is achieved by souls advancing on the path of the Gods [65]. Knowing Brahman brings it [66]. Meditation and connection with Brahman lead to it [67]. Grounding in Brahman is another way [68].
In Shaivism, it is achieved through renunciation . In Dharmashastra, avoiding sensual indulgences achieves it [69]. It is invoked in rituals [70]. The blessings of waters are linked [71]. It is sought through rituals [72]. The fate of sages is linked [73]. Controlling senses and mind is the path [74]. Transcendental existence is achieved by controlling faculties [75]. Mastery over senses leads to it [76]. The Inner Soul is free from defects [77]. Serving a teacher leads to it [78]. Avoiding reincarnation achieves it [79]. The father seeks it through his son [80]. Knowledge of the Self is the path [81]. Living a life of duty brings it [82]. Maitreyi sought it . Offerings seek it [83]. The Agnihotra aims for it [84].
El concepto de Inmortalidad en fuentes locales y regionales
La inmortalidad, un anhelo humano profundo en la historia india, se manifiesta como la búsqueda de una existencia eterna más allá de la muerte física [85]. Binu deseaba vivir a través de sus obras, buscando inmortalizarse mediante sus experiencias [86]. La poesía se concibe como un medio para alcanzar una vida duradera, perpetuando el recuerdo a través del linaje o el legado literario [87].
Sastri, a través de sus cartas, encarna la esencia de este concepto [88]. La creencia en la inmortalidad, aunque atractiva, se debate y requiere argumentos sólidos para su justificación [89]. La naturaleza eterna del sacrificio trasciende lo físico [90]. La inmortalidad, descrita como un estado deseable, se discute en el contexto de la posible miseria sin juventud [91].
Tagore, con su legado literario, representa el impacto perdurable que se extiende más allá de la vida mortal [92]. La existencia eterna, incomprensible para la mente humana, es un tema recurrente [93]. Se relaciona con la preservación de un cuerpo joven y próspero [94]. Practicar con compuestos herbales durante seis meses promete este estado [95]. La convicción en su existencia es resaltada [96]. Emily la aborda en sus obras [97]. Se define como un estado que perdura en el tiempo [98]. Finalmente, la creencia en la vida eterna es una constante [99].
El concepto de Inmortalidad en las fuentes científicas
Inmortalidad en ciencia: Liberación del ciclo vital, trascendiendo Gunas.
Un estado que desafía el fin, con implicaciones profundas y muchas preguntas.
Fuentes y referencias para lectura adicional
La lista anterior se basa en una serie de artículos (en inglés) sobre budismo, hinduismo, jainismo, historia y otras tradiciones espirituales. A continuación, se pueden encontrar las fuentes utilizadas y más información sobre lo que simboliza la “Inmortalidad� como referencia:
-) Apadana commentary (Atthakatha) door U Lu Pe Win: ^(1)
-) Mahavastu (great story) door J. J. Jones: ^(2), ^(3), ^(4), ^(5)
-) Maha Buddhavamsa—The Great Chronicle of Buddhas door Ven. Mingun Sayadaw: ^(6)
-) Dhammapada (Illustrated) door Ven. Weagoda Sarada Maha Thero: ^(7)
-) Satapatha-brahmana door Julius Eggeling: ^(8), ^(9), ^(10), ^(11), ^(12), ^(13), ^(14), ^(15), ^(16), ^(17)
-) Chaitanya Bhagavata door Bhumipati Dāsa: ^(18)
-) Haribhakti-sudhodaya door Tridandi Sri Bhakti Prajnan Yati Maharaj: ^(19)
-) Mahabharata (English) door Kisari Mohan Ganguli: ^(20), ^(21), ^(22), ^(23), ^(24), ^(25)
-) Bhagavadgita door Kashinath Trimbak Telang: ^(26)
-) Markandeya Purana door Frederick Eden Pargiter: ^(27)
-) Garuda Purana door Manmatha Nath Dutt: ^(28)
-) Sanatsujatiya (English translation): ^(29)
-) Gautami Mahatmya door G. P. Bhatt: ^(30)
-) Ramayana of Valmiki (Shastri) door Hari Prasad Shastri: ^(31), ^(32), ^(33), ^(34)
-) Brahma Sutras (Shankara Bhashya) door Swami Vireshwarananda: ^(35), ^(36), ^(37), ^(38), ^(39)
-) Brahma Sutras (Shankaracharya) door George Thibaut: ^(40), ^(41), ^(42), ^(43)
-) Brihadaranyaka Upanishad door Swāmī Mādhavānanda: ^(44), ^(45)
-) Mandukya Upanishad door Kenneth Jaques: ^(46), ^(47)
-) Mandukya Upanishad (Gaudapa Karika and Shankara Bhashya) door Swami Nikhilananda: ^(48)
-) Ishavasya Upanishad with Shankara Bhashya (Sitarama) door S. Sitarama Sastri: ^(49)
-) Kena Upanishad with Shankara’s Commentary door S. Sitarama Sastri: ^(50)
-) Katha Upanishad with Shankara’s Commentary door S. Sitarama Sastri: ^(51), ^(52), ^(53)
-) Chandogya Upanishad (english Translation) door Swami Lokeswarananda: ^(54)
-) Kena upanishad (Madhva commentary) door Srisa Chandra Vasu: ^(55), ^(56)
-) Prashna Upanishad (Madhva commentary) door Srisa Chandra Vasu: ^(57)
-) Brahma Sutras (Ramanuja) door George Thibaut: ^(58), ^(59), ^(60), ^(61), ^(62), ^(63), ^(64), ^(65), ^(66), ^(67), ^(68)
-) Apastamba Dharma-sutra door Ā貹ٲ: ^(69)
-) Asvalayana-grihya-sutra door Hermann Oldenberg: ^(70)
-) Paraskara-grihya-sutra door Hermann Oldenberg: ^(71), ^(72)
-) Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi door Ganganatha Jha: ^(73), ^(74), ^(75), ^(76), ^(77), ^(78), ^(79), ^(80), ^(81), ^(82)
-) Bharadvaja-srauta-sutra door C. G. Kashikar: ^(83), ^(84)
-) Triveni Journal: ^(85), ^(86), ^(87), ^(88), ^(89), ^(90), ^(91), ^(92), ^(93), ^(96), ^(97), ^(99)
-) History of Science in South Asia: ^(94), ^(95)
-) Sanskrit Words In Southeast Asian Languages door Satya Vrat Shastri: ^(98)