Significance of Fortification
Synonyms: Stronghold, Rampart, Protection, Safeguard, Defense, Fortress
In Dutch: Versterking; In Finnish: Linnoitus; In Spanish: Fortificación
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Hindu concept of 'Fortification'
Fortification in Hinduism encompasses the strategic strengthening of territories and military defenses through various structures, such as walls and ramparts, essential for safeguarding cities and kingdoms against invasions and maintaining security.
From: Vastu-shastra (Introduction to Indian architecture)
(1) Structures and techniques employed to strengthen a fort's defenses against attacks.[1] (2) Defensive structures built around towns and settlements to protect against invasions and attacks, highlighting military architecture.[2] (3) The planning and construction of protective structures like boundary walls, ditches, and ramparts, taking precedence after roads are laid out.[3] (4) The protective structures surrounding a town, including walls and ditches, which are integral to its layout.[4] (5) The construction of military defenses such as walls or forts, particularly important in plains where natural barriers are lacking.[5]
From: Samarangana-sutradhara (Summary)
(1) Structures built to protect the town, often including walls and other defenses.[6]
From: Kautilya Arthashastra
(1) Structures built to protect a city or territory, integral to securing the treasury and military assets.[7]
From: Nitiprakasika (Critical Analysis)
(1) Durga; the construction of defensive structures to protect the kingdom.[8]
From: Shukra Niti by Shukracharya
(1) The process of strengthening defenses to protect against enemy attacks, crucial in military strategy.[9]
From: Shishupala-vadha (Study)
(1) The strengthening of a king's position or territory, which may involve division of forces and strategic military action.[10]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The act of strengthening a location with defensive structures to prevent or repel attacks.[11] (2) Structures built to defend a place against attack.[12] (3) Defensive structures that one aims to erect as part of preparing for conflict.[13]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki
(1) Defensive structures built to protect a city or kingdom from invaders.[14]
From: Agni Purana
(1) Defensive structures or preparations needed in the context of the described astrological influences.[15]
From: Manasara (English translation)
(1) Defensive measures and structures built around a city or fort to protect it from invasions.[16]
The concept of Fortification in local and regional sources
Fortification, in this context, refers to the defensive structures of Tun-hwang, which highlight its strategic significance by extending 80 li east-west and 40 li north-south, emphasizing the area's military importance.
From: The travels of Fa-Hian (400 A.D.)
(1) The defensive structures in Tun-hwang extending 80 li from east to west and 40 li from north to south, indicating its strategic importance.[17]
The concept of Fortification in scientific sources
Fortification involves enhancing chocolate's nutritional value by adding essential nutrients, particularly from plant sources, thereby improving its overall health benefits and making it a more nutritious option for consumers.
From: World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
(1) The addition of essential nutrients, such as those from plant sources, to improve the nutritional value of the chocolate.[18]