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Definition: A meditative state involving subtle reflection and analytical inquiry into the finer aspects of the object.

Insights: Savicara is a stage of meditation where the mind subtly reflects and analyzes the finer qualities of the meditation object. This process deepens understanding and prepares the practitioner for more refined levels of absorption, serving as a vital step toward profound insight.

Related Sutras

1.17

vitarkavicārānandāsmitārūpānugamāt samprajñātaḥ

Importance: 8/10

Samprajñāta samādhi (cognitive samādhi) is accompanied by reasoning, reflection, bliss, and I-am-ness.

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1.44

etayaiva savicārā nirvicārā ca sūkṣmaviṣayā vyākhyātā

Importance: 7/10

By this, savicārā and nirvicārā samāpatti, and even subtler states, are explained.

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