Significance of Boat
Synonyms: Vessel, Ship, Craft, Barge, Yacht, Canoe, Skiff, Ferry
In Dutch: Boot; In German: Boot; In Finnish: Vene; In Italian: Barca; In Spanish: Bote; In Swedish: Båt; In Portugese: Barco
The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.
Buddhist concept of 'Boat'
In Buddhism, "Boat" signifies a vessel approved by the Lord for a monk's use at the start of the rainy season, representing sanctioned tools for spiritual practice.
From: Vinaya Pitaka (3): Khandhaka
(1) A vessel that a monk wanted to use at the beginning of the rains, with the Lord's approval.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Boat'
In Hinduism, "Boat" symbolizes a journey or transition, representing significant life passages and spiritual progression. It also refers to vessels arriving at important sites, embodying the concept of transportation to meaningful events.
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) A boat is referenced as a vessel that some individuals sought space within, suggesting it provided a means of crossing the river, but it had limited capacity for everyone.[2] (2) A watercraft that would sometimes begin to sink in the Ganges river, according to the text.[3] (3) These were constructed through the process of tying banana trees together for the purpose of flotation and navigation.[4] (4) A vessel for transportation, which symbolizes a journey or transition to a significant event or place.[5] (5) A vessel that is being referenced in a significant manner, possibly representing a journey or transition.[6]
From: Kathasaritsagara (the Ocean of Story)
(1) The boat is the object that is used in the old Brahman's trick, and the boat is a key element in the story.[7]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Griffith)
(1) This is a water vessel that must be swift, strong, and fair, equipped with rudder, oars, and men.[8]
From: Baudhayana Dharmasutra
(1) The text says that boats are purified by the wind if touched by Candalas or outcasts, indicating that natural elements can cleanse objects that have come into contact with certain groups.[9]
Jain concept of 'Boat'
In Jainism, a Boat symbolizes a vessel for crossing rivers, regulated by specific conditions for monks and nuns, highlighting the importance of discipline and adherence to spiritual guidelines in their journey across life's challenges.
From: Acaranga-sutra
(1) A vessel used for crossing watercourses, subject to specific conditions for entry and use by monks and nuns.[10]
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) The text describes the Jinendras, equal to boats for crossing the boundless ocean, highlighting their role in overcoming the difficulties of life.[11]
The concept of Boat in local and regional sources
The keyphrase "Boat" refers to a vessel provided by the King to the old woman, enabling her quest for the Princess following the discovery of hair, highlighting its significance in the narrative’s unfolding events.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The vessel that sank while returning from an islet, resulting in the death of four tourists and the survival of Pravin.[12] (2) The vessel, which is idle and connected to the bamboo, and longs to be used by the Boatman to travel on the water, instead of being tied.[13] (3) This is a vessel that is steered by a boatman, and it is suggested that the divine is at the helm of their life.[14] (4) The villagers shouted advice to a boat caught up in the first rush of a flood, suggesting they were aware of the dangers faced by those on the water during the flood.[15] (5) The speaker cannot abandon the boat, wanting it to stay upon the river and remain a part of their life, remaining ever wakeful in its presence.[16]
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) A metaphor for journey through life, approaching a safe and tranquil destination.[17] (2) It serves as the author's home, allowing them to float leisurely up and down the Jhelum.[18] (3) The mode of transport used by Swami Vivekananda and the disciple to travel to the Math, taking nearly an hour and a half.[19] (4) The thing that was moved close by ours, as mentioned in the text.[20] (5) As we laughed and listened, these came up and talk was over for the day.[21]
From: Village Folk-tales of Ceylon (Sri Lanka), vol. 1-3
(1) A boat given to the old woman by the King to seek the Princess after the hair is discovered.[22]
The concept of Boat in scientific sources
Boat activity, especially trawl boats, impacts coral reefs. The text suggests stricter boat licensing, area demarcation, and monitoring boat numbers to mitigate environmental pressure.
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) The government should consider strictly issuing boat licences, especially for trawl boats, by demarcating the area and monitoring the number of boats allowed to operate.[23] (2) Boats are listed as an activity inducing pressure on coral reefs, suggesting it has environmental impacts.[24]
Classical concept of 'Boat'
From: The Book of the Dead
(1) Boat is mentioned in Chapter CXXXIV, which is a hymn of praise to Ra on the day of the month wherein he saileth in the.[25] (2) A boat bearing a flight of steps is shown floating on a stream in the Fields of Peace, with the legend tehefau above it.[26] (3) The boat is a significant object, painted green for the godlike rulers, where Ra is seated, and in which Osiris Ani is located.[27] (4) The boat is a vessel in which praises shall be offered, suggesting a means of transportation and a symbol of journey.[28] (5) This is a vessel in which a god travels, and souls enter their bodies, suggesting a means of transportation or transition within the spiritual realm.[29]
From: The Book of Gates
(1) This is sailing away from the presence of Osiris and contains a pig being driven along by a dog-headed ape.[30] (2) The Boat is used by the great god to send forth words to the gods dwelling in the Circle, and the sailors join the Boat of this great god.[31] (3) This is used by the great god to send forth words. It is also used to make way over the secret Circle of AMENTET.[32] (4) The text mentions a "Boat" used by the great god to traverse the Field, enabling him to set apart estates and provide water for lakes.[33]
From: The Book of Am-Tuat
(1) The boat carries the Sun-god and is towed by twelve gods and twelve goddesses through the Tuat.[34] (2) The Boat is where the dead Sun-god AFU-RA stands in his boat, under the canopy, accompanied by his usual company of gods.[35] (3) The boat of the Sun-god is towed by gods and goddesses through the Tuat, and the Sun-god makes his journey by means of those who tow him over the Circle in the boat.[36] (4) These are vessels that follow the Boat of AF, including the boat which capsizeth, the boat of Rest, and the Boat of the Branch, each containing various deities and figures.[37]
From: Ancient Egypt the Light of the World
(1) When the boat was built the souls of the deceased were ferried over the waters in the mythical bark, which was at first stellar, next lunar, and lastly solar.[38] (2) The boat has Sekhet standing at the prow in the act of spearing the serpent as he raises his head and tries to hypnotise the passengers with his evil eyes.[39]
From: The Literature of the Ancient Egyptians
(1) A means of transportation used on the river of the Other World, later replaced by a magical one formed of a serpent's body to pass under a mountainous district.[40] (2) The boat is a metaphor used by the peasant Khuenanpu to describe the officials and their actions, suggesting that they are not being steered correctly.[41]
From: Egyptian Magic
(1) Boat in the afterlife required the deceased to know the names of all its parts, from the post to the rudder, to successfully navigate the Elysian Fields.[42]
From: The Gods of the Egyptians Vol 1
(1) Ra passes through this division in it under the protection of Mehen, and its gods tow him at the command of this mighty snake.[43]
From: Legends Of The Gods
(1) This object, equipped with a rudder and a double shrine, is present in the scene. Aten is above it, and Ra is inside it. There are words written under it.[44]
From: The History of Herodotus
(1) Boats used for carrying cargoes are made of thorny acacia wood, arranged like bricks and fastened with long bolts, with cross-pieces on top and seams caulked with papyrus.[45] (2) These were used to form bridges over the river Araxes, to allow Cyrus's army to cross and proceed with the expedition against the Massagetai.[46] (3) They are round and made of leather, used to transport goods down the river to Babylon, and are disassembled and sold upon arrival.[47]
From: The Authoress of the Odyssey
(1) The text mentions a "boat" which Ulysses used to cross a body of water, helping him avoid a longer route; this method of transport was essential to his journey.[48]