|
Samādhāna
Samādhāna or ''samādhānam'' ( sa, समाधानम्) is a Sanskrit noun derived from the word, (), and variously means – putting together, uniting, fixing the mind in abstract contemplation on the true nature of the soul, contemplate oneness, concentrated or formless meditation, commitment, intentness, steadiness, composure, peace of mind, complete concentration, clearing up of doubt or replying to the , agreeing or promising, a leading incident, justification of a statement, proof, reconciliation or eagerness. Meaning is the single-pointedness of the mind (); it is the state of the mind which one has with a single goal in sight which is gained on the strength of the control of the mind and the senses, withdrawal from worldly pursuits, endurance of life-pangs and faith in the scriptures and teacher’s instructions. In the Mahabharata (277:6), is explained as the absorption of meditation or as that state of mind in which one has no longer any affection for the wo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cittaikāgratā
Ekāgratā ( sa, एकाग्रता, "one-pointedness"; Pali: ekaggatā) is intent pursuit of one object, close and undisturbed attention. Yoga emphasises regular practice ('' Abhyasa'') of meditation and self-imposed discipline to acquire . Overview The faculty called may be increased by integrating the psycho-mental flux ( or variously-directed, discontinuous, and diffuse attention) so that one gains genuine will and a happiness different from the experience of pleasure from sense-objects. It is harder to achieve if the body is in a tiring or uncomfortable posture or if the breathing is improper. Austerity ('' tapas'') is allied to this conception of . Badarayana's Brahma Sutras (chapter 3) uses the term to mean concentration: it is held to be a quality resulting from practices discussed in the previous chapter, which are briefly mentioned in the Brihadaranyaka Upanishad and Chandogya Upanishad. According to the Bhagavad Gita The Bhagavad Gita (; sa, श ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |