Significance of Burial mound

Burial mounds in Jainism are structures built to pay tribute to the deceased, reflecting a deep respect for ancestors and the spiritual legacy they represent. In contrast, Mahayana Buddhism uses the term burial mounds metaphorically to describe a miser's home, implying it is devoid of life, warmth, and companionship. Thus, while Jainism views burial mounds as a symbol of reverence, Mahayana interprets them as a representation of isolation and emotional barrenness.1
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Synonyms: Grave mound

In Dutch: Begraafplaats; In Finnish: Hautausmaa; In Spanish: Túmulo; In German: Grabhügel

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Buddhist concept of 'Burial mound'

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In Buddhism, burial mounds symbolize a miser's home, representing a lifeless space devoid of warmth and friendship, illustrating the spiritual emptiness that comes from hoarding rather than fostering connections with others.

Significance in Mahayana (major branch of Buddhism):
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From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra

(1) A metaphorical description of a miser's home, suggesting it is lifeless and void of warmth or friendship.[1]

Mahayana is a major branch of Buddhism focusing on the path of a Bodhisattva (spiritual aspirants/ enlightened beings). Extant literature is vast and primarely composed in the Sanskrit language. There are many sutras of which some of the earliest are the various Prajnaparamita sutras.

Hindu concept of 'Burial mound'

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Burial mounds in Hinduism signify structures erected over the remains of the deceased, reflecting Vedic rituals' emphasis on honoring ancestors and ensuring spiritual continuity. They symbolize respect for the departed and adherence to traditional practices.

Significance in Vastushastra (architecture):
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From: Vastu-shastra (Introduction to Indian architecture)

(1) A structure built over the ashes or remains of the deceased, as described within the context of Vedic rituals.[2]

Vastushastra refers to the ancient Indian science (shastra) of architecture (vastu), dealing with topics such architecture, sculpture, town-building, fort building and various other constructions. Vastu also deals with the philosophy of the architectural relation with the cosmic universe.

Jain concept of 'Burial mound'

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Burial mounds in Jainism symbolize reverence for ancestors and spiritual heritage, serving as structures to honor the deceased and reflect the importance of honoring one’s lineage and maintaining connection with spiritual traditions.

Significance in Jainism (general):

From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra

(1) Structures erected to honor the deceased, symbolizing reverence for ancestors and spiritual heritage.[3]

Jainism is an Indian religion of Dharma whose doctrine revolves around harmlessness (ahimsa) towards every living being. The two major branches (Digambara and Svetambara) of Jainism stimulate self-control (or, shramana, ‘self-reliance’) and spiritual development through a path of peace for the soul to progess to the ultimate goal.

Plural form: Burial mounds.