Significance of Insignia of royalty
The keyphrase "Insignia of royalty" encompasses various meanings in both Purana and Kavya texts. In Purana, it represents symbols of kingship and honor that Tara wishes her consort to retain, the decorations claimed by Sisupala as absent in Krishna, and the markers of royal status bestowed upon the narrator. In Kavya, it refers specifically to symbols of royal authority, like dhvaja, that accompany the king during festivals, emphasizing the significance of these symbols in representing royal identity and power.
Synonyms: Royal symbols, Royal insignia, Crown, Scepter, Diadem
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Hindu concept of 'Insignia of royalty'
In Hinduism, Insignia of royalty encompasses symbols of power and honor, including markers of kingship given to rulers, symbols retained in death, authority banners during festivals, and decorations that signify royal status, which some may contest.
From: Ramayana of Valmiki
(1) The symbols and markers of royal status that were given to the narrator at the time of his rule.[1] (2) The symbols of kingship and honor that Tara hopes her consort will retain even in death.[2]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) The symbols or decorations that signify a royal status, which Sisupala claims Krishna does not possess.[3]
From: Agni Purana
(1) Symbols of royal authority considered auspicious.[4]
From: Harshacharita (socio-cultural Study)
(1) Symbols of royal authority, such as dhvaja, that accompany the king during festivals.[5]