Significance of Assistance
The concept of Assistance in the Purana encompasses two main ideas: first, it signifies the crucial support provided by Rama's brothers, which helped him regain his kingdom and rule effectively. Second, it represents any help or support that enhances the likelihood of achieving one's objectives. This dual understanding emphasizes the importance of collaboration and support in overcoming challenges and reaching goals.
Synonyms: Help, Support, Guidance, Service, Facilitation, Cooperation, Hand
In Finnish: Tarkoituksenmukaista; In Dutch: Bijstand
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Hindu concept of 'Assistance'
In Hinduism, Assistance encompasses both general support to achieve goals and the specific help provided by Rama's brothers, instrumental in enabling him to reclaim his kingdom and fulfill his duties as a ruler.
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) Help or support that increases the chances of achieving goals.[1]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki
(1) Support provided by Rama's brothers that enabled him to attain his kingdom and rule successfully.[2]
The concept of Assistance in local and regional sources
In the text, Assistance signifies the help offered by Hettiya and his wife to a blind man during a critical moment, highlighting the theme of kindness and the importance of supporting those in need.
From: Village Folk-tales of Ceylon (Sri Lanka), vol. 1-3
(1) Help provided by the Hettiya and his wife to the blind man in his time of need, initially seen as kindness.[3]