Significance of King

The concept of a King varies across different traditions, encompassing a range of characteristics and roles. In Hinduism, a King is typically recognized as a ruler who derives his authority from rituals and possesses moral responsibilities. In Jainism, Kings interact with divine figures and are significant narratively. South Asian narratives present Kings as figures of authority involved in various stories reflecting governance and personal dilemmas. These varied interpretations ultimately highlight the enduring significance of Kingship across cultures, symbolizing power, authority, and responsibility.1
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Synonyms: Monarch, Ruler, Sovereign, Emperor, Leader, Majesty

In Dutch: Koning; In Finnish: Kuningas; In Spanish: Rey

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Buddhist concept of 'King'

Hindu concept of 'King'

Jain concept of 'King'

The concept of King in local and regional sources

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