Significance of Guard
Synonyms: Protector, Watchman, Safeguard, Shield., Protect, Shield, Watch
In Dutch: Bewaker; In Finnish: Vartija; In Spanish: Guardia
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Buddhist concept of 'Guard'
In Buddhism, "Guard" may symbolize individuals responsible for safeguarding not only the palace and its inhabitants, particularly the royal family, but also the broader spiritual realm, ensuring safety and stability in both physical and spiritual domains.
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) Individuals tasked with protecting the palace and its occupants, especially the royal family.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Guard'
In Hinduism, "Guard" signifies entities responsible for protection and oversight, rendered powerless by the intervention of a goddess, emphasizing the divine's authority over worldly protectors.
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) The individuals responsible for overseeing the prisoners and maintaining order.[2] (2) Individuals who are in the presence of Sarvabhauma and react with fear, leading them to stand at a distance.[3] (3) The individuals tasked with carrying out the orders related to Haridasa’s body.[4]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) The soldiers or protectors involved during the commotion regarding Rukmini's kidnapping.[5] (2) The guards who were present at the location and attacked Krishna.[6] (3) Figures who are tasked with protecting or watching over an area, rendered inactive by the goddess's intervention.[7]
From: Devi Bhagavata Purana
(1) The protectors of the King's territory who first report the trouble caused by the demon boar.[8]
Jain concept of 'Guard'
In Jainism, the term "Guard" signifies city officials tasked with maintaining security and monitoring Bala's activities, ensuring that the king stays informed about potential threats to the community's safety.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) Represented by 'sauvida', indicating a protector or defender.[9] (2) The officials responsible for the security of the city, who report Bala's actions to the king.[10]