Significance of Dominion

Dominion encompasses various forms of authority and control across multiple philosophies. In Hinduism, it refers to realms granted by Savitri, while Jainism categorizes areas of control among gods and rulers. Vaishnavism highlights Lord Gaura's leadership over his followers. The Purana illustrates dominion as the regained authority of the gods after vanquishing the Asuras. According to Jyotisha, dominion involves concepts of power associated with celestial positions, indicating control and governance as manifestations of positive outcomes in astrology.1
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Synonyms: Control, Sovereignty, Authority, Jurisdiction, Rule, Dominance, Command, Power, Mastery, Governance

In Dutch: Heerschappij; In Finnish: Valta; In Spanish: Dominio

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Hindu concept of 'Dominion'

Hinduism Books

Dominion in Hinduism encompasses concepts of sovereignty and control, reflecting authority restored to gods after triumphs, benefic planetary influences, and the leadership exemplified by deities, ultimately symbolizing power and influence in various realms.

Significance in Jyotisha (astronomy and astrology):
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From: Hayanaratna: The Jewel of Annual Astrology

(1) A state of power and authority gained through intellect, and obtained with full strength in addition to accomplishment of merit and attainment of good deeds.[1] (2) It is an attainment associated with the ikkavala configuration, signifying authority and control, arising when planets are in an angle or succedent house.[2] (3) This term means control or rule, and it is associated with the munthaha when joined to the sun or aspected by Jupiter, and it is a positive outcome, according to the text.[3] (4) This is one of the sahamas, a set of concepts that aid in the outcomes of all the houses, in the same manner that fate supports the endeavors of people.[4] (5) The condition of having control or power, which is one of the positive outcomes associated with the period when Venus is at its full strength, representing a position of authority.[5]

Jyotisha (ज्योतिष, jyotisha or jyotish) refers to ‘astronomy’ or “Vedic astrology” and represents the fifth of the six Vedangas (additional sciences to be studied along with the Vedas). Jyotisha concerns itself with the study and prediction of the movements of celestial bodies, in order to calculate the auspicious time for rituals and ceremonies.

Significance in Purana and Itihasa (epic history):
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From: Markandeya Purana

(1) The authority and rule regained by the gods after Marttanda's triumph over the Asuras, restoring their previous status.[6]

From: Mahabharata (English)

(1) Territories under the speaker's rule, characterized by the absence of fearful snakes and protection from injuries due to his incantations.[7]

The Purana refers to Sanskrit literature preserving ancient India’s vast cultural history, including historical legends, religious ceremonies, various arts and sciences. The eighteen mahapuranas total over 400,000 shlokas (metrical couplets) and date to at least several centuries BCE.

Significance in Hinduism (general):

From: Satapatha-brahmana

(1) Territories or realms of control, taken from Shri by the deity Savitri.[8]

Significance in Vaishnavism (Vaishava dharma):
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From: Chaitanya Mangala

(1) The authority and leadership that Lord Gaura holds over His followers, signified by their submission to Him.[9]

Vaishnava or vaishnavism (vaishnavism) represents a tradition of Hinduism worshipping Vishnu as the supreme Lord. Similar to the Shaktism and Shaivism traditions, Vaishnavism also developed as an individual movement, famous for its exposition of the dashavatara (‘ten avatars of Vishnu’).

Jain concept of 'Dominion'

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In Jainism, Dominion signifies distinct areas of authority, encompassing the realms controlled by gods, kings, householders, and religious figures, reflecting the structured hierarchy of influence and responsibility within the faith.

Significance in Jainism (general):

From: Acaranga-sutra

(1) Categorically classified areas of control or authority, including that of gods, kings, houseowners, householders, and religious individuals.[10]

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.

The concept of Dominion in local and regional sources

History Books

Dominion, in this context, refers to entities with the potential for peaceful coexistence and mutual aid, aiming to avoid conflict and foster collaboration within a region.

Significance in India history and geography:

From: Triveni Journal

(1) It refers to entities that everybody hopes may live in peace and be mutually helpful without coming to a clash.[11]

Classical concept of 'Dominion'

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Meaning of Dominions in Ancient Egyptian mythology, history and philosophy:
Egypt Books

From: The Book of the Dead

(1) Dominion is held over beasts brought for sacrifice, with a knife held at their heads and their hair, according to the speaker.[12]

Egypt was an ancient civilization ruled by pharaohs that left behind an extensive cultural heritage and mythology. The Egyptians build the Pyramids of Giza and various temples of great size. Located in North Africa, part of this civilization’s success is the effective use of the River Nile. Their religious pantheon included many Gods dispersed over various belief systems, philosophies and cults.

Plural form: Dominions.