Significance of Command
The concept of Command varies across different philosophical and religious contexts. In Jainism, it refers to Krishna's unwelcome orders and Kumarapala's authoritative governance, reminiscent of Indra's strength and fairness. Vaishnavism defines it as requests to implement the Supreme Lords' wishes. Puranic interpretations include King Uttama's instructions to a Rakshasa and Rama's directives to his brothers. Vyakarana describes it as a directive in a sentence, while Mahayana features it as a title awarded to Shariputra for his exceptional abilities.
Synonyms: Order, Instruction, Decree, Request, Authority, Control
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Buddhist concept of 'Command'
In Buddhism, "Command" signifies a title given to Shariputra by the king, recognizing his exceptional skills and capabilities, highlighting his importance and contributions to Buddhist teachings and practice.
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) A title conferred upon Shariputra by the king for his remarkable abilities.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Command'
In Hinduism, "Command" interprets as the orders from Supreme Lords, directives embodied in language, roles outlined by Rama for his brothers, and actions instructed by King Uttama regarding duties to a brahman's wife.
From: Markandeya Purana
(1) Instructions given by King Uttama to the Rakshasa regarding the actions to be taken for the brahman’s wife.[2]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki
(1) The directives given by Rama to his brothers regarding their roles and responsibilities.[3]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) The request to issue orders as per the wish of the Supreme Lords.[4]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) An injunction or directive given in the sentence that is present even when the vocative idea is not expressed.[5]
Jain concept of 'Command'
In Jainism, "Command" symbolizes authoritative governance like Kumarapala's, reflecting strength and fairness, as well as an unwelcome order from Krishna to Shlakshnaroman, illustrating the complexity of authority and acceptance in leadership.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) The authoritative governance style of Kumarapala, likened to Indra, symbolizing strength and fairness.[6] (2) An order or instruction from Krishna that is not welcomed by Shlakshnaroman.[7]