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[[Latin]] aequanimitas, from aequo animo with even [[mind]] | [[Latin]] aequanimitas, from aequo animo with even [[mind]] | ||
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==Definitions== | ==Definitions== | ||
*1: evenness of [[mind]] especially under [[stress]] <nothing could disturb his equanimity> | *1: evenness of [[mind]] especially under [[stress]] <nothing could disturb his equanimity> | ||
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*In [[Buddhism]], equanimity (upekkhā, upekṣhā) is one of the four immeasurables | *In [[Buddhism]], equanimity (upekkhā, upekṣhā) is one of the four immeasurables | ||
<blockquote>Neither a [[thought]] nor an [[emotion]], it is rather the steady [[conscious]] [[realization]] of [[reality]]'s transience. It is the ground for [[wisdom]] and [[freedom]] and the protector of [[compassion]] and [[love]]. While some may think of equanimity as dry neutrality or cool aloofness, [[mature]] equanimity produces a radiance and warmth of [[being]]."</blockquote> | <blockquote>Neither a [[thought]] nor an [[emotion]], it is rather the steady [[conscious]] [[realization]] of [[reality]]'s transience. It is the ground for [[wisdom]] and [[freedom]] and the protector of [[compassion]] and [[love]]. While some may think of equanimity as dry neutrality or cool aloofness, [[mature]] equanimity produces a radiance and warmth of [[being]]."</blockquote> | ||
| − | *Equanimity (upekṣhā) is also mentioned in [ | + | *Equanimity (upekṣhā) is also mentioned in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patanjali Patañjali]'s [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yoga_Sutras Yoga Sutras] (1.33[4]), as one of the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brahmavihara four sublime attitudes], along with loving-[[kindness]] (maitri), [[compassion]] (karuṇā), and [[joy]] (mudita). This list is identical to the four immeasurables in Buddhist literature. The Upeksha Yoga school foregrounds equanimity as the most important tenet of a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yoga yoga] practice. |
| − | *[ | + | *[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apatheia Apatheia] ([[Greek]]: ἀπάθεια) in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stoicism Stoic philosophy] refers to a [[state]] of [[mind]] where one is [[free]] from [[emotional]] disturbance. This might be [[translated]] as equanimity or indifference. This is the [[root]] of the word [[apathy]]. Apatheia must, however, not be [[confused]] with apathy. Apatheia is a [[positive]] term; apathy, a purely [[negative]] one. |
*The [[word]] "[[Islam]]" is derived from the Arabic word Aslama, which denotes the [[peace]] that comes from total [[surrender]] and [[acceptance]]. Being a Muslim can therefore be [[understood]] to mean that one is in a state of equanimity. | *The [[word]] "[[Islam]]" is derived from the Arabic word Aslama, which denotes the [[peace]] that comes from total [[surrender]] and [[acceptance]]. Being a Muslim can therefore be [[understood]] to mean that one is in a state of equanimity. | ||
[[Category: Psychology]] | [[Category: Psychology]] | ||
[[Category: Religion]] | [[Category: Religion]] | ||
Latest revision as of 23:56, 12 December 2020
Origin
Latin aequanimitas, from aequo animo with even mind
Definitions
- 1: evenness of mind especially under stress <nothing could disturb his equanimity>
- 2: right disposition : balance <physical equanimity>
Description
Equanimity is a state of mental or emotional stability or composure arising from a deep awareness and acceptance of the present moment. Equanimity is promoted by several major religions.
- In Hinduism, equanimity is the concept of balance and centeredness which endures through all possible changes in circumstances. According to the Bhagavad Gītā, one may achieve equanimity through meditation.
- In Buddhism, equanimity (upekkhā, upekṣhā) is one of the four immeasurables
Neither a thought nor an emotion, it is rather the steady conscious realization of reality's transience. It is the ground for wisdom and freedom and the protector of compassion and love. While some may think of equanimity as dry neutrality or cool aloofness, mature equanimity produces a radiance and warmth of being."
- Equanimity (upekṣhā) is also mentioned in Patañjali's Yoga Sutras (1.33[4]), as one of the four sublime attitudes, along with loving-kindness (maitri), compassion (karuṇā), and joy (mudita). This list is identical to the four immeasurables in Buddhist literature. The Upeksha Yoga school foregrounds equanimity as the most important tenet of a yoga practice.
- Apatheia (Greek: ἀπάθεια) in Stoic philosophy refers to a state of mind where one is free from emotional disturbance. This might be translated as equanimity or indifference. This is the root of the word apathy. Apatheia must, however, not be confused with apathy. Apatheia is a positive term; apathy, a purely negative one.
- The word "Islam" is derived from the Arabic word Aslama, which denotes the peace that comes from total surrender and acceptance. Being a Muslim can therefore be understood to mean that one is in a state of equanimity.
