Significance of Captain

In Vyakarana, the term Captain is associated with Karnadhara, which denotes the person in charge of steering or commanding a vessel. This definition emphasizes the leadership and navigational role of a Captain, highlighting their responsibility for guiding the ship and its crew through various waters. The concept of Karnadhara encapsulates the essence of command and expertise necessary for effective maritime navigation.1
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Synonyms: Leader, Chief, Head, Officer, Director, Master, Manager

In Dutch: Kapitein; In Finnish: Kapteeni

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Buddhist concept of 'Captain'

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In Buddhism, "Captain" symbolizes bodhisattvas' respect for the Buddha as the king of Dharma, emphasizing their role as guides and leaders in the pursuit of enlightenment and helping others on the spiritual path.

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

(1) A metaphorical representation of bodhisattvas in relation to the Buddha, who is viewed as the king of Dharma; this highlights the reverence they hold towards the Buddha.[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.

Plural form: Captains.