Significance of Liquid gold
Liquid gold has diverse meanings across various fields. In Purana, it symbolizes the sun's rays on a battlefield, merging beauty with violence. Rasashastra describes it as a form of gold achieved without heat, via powdered devadali fruit. Theravada uses the term as a metaphor for the purity and enlightenment of the Bodhisatta during meditation. In scientific contexts, liquid gold refers to ambergris, a highly valued substance in the cosmetics and perfume industries, due to its desirability and worth.
Synonyms: Honey, Olive oil, Nectar, Oil, Crude oil, Black gold
In Dutch: Vloeibaar goud; In Finnish: Nestemäistä kultaa; In Spanish: Oro liquido
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Buddhist concept of 'Liquid gold'
In Buddhism, "Liquid gold" symbolizes the serene and radiant essence of the Bodhisatta, embodying purity and enlightenment, and enhancing the meditative atmosphere surrounding him. It illustrates the profound beauty and clarity attained through spiritual practice.
From: Maha Buddhavamsa—The Great Chronicle of Buddhas
(1) A metaphor for the radiant appearance of the Bodhisatta and the environment around him during his meditation, reflecting purity and enlightenment.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Liquid gold'
In Hinduism, "Liquid gold" symbolizes the sun's radiant illumination on battlefields, reflecting beauty amidst conflict, and represents a unique state of gold formed without heat through a blend with powdered devadali fruit.
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) The bright rays of the sun illuminating the battlefield, illustrating the beauty that can emerge from violence.[2]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 3: Metals, Gems and other substances
(1) A state of gold that is achieved without heat when combined with the powdered devadali fruit.[3]
The concept of Liquid gold in scientific sources
"Liquid gold" is a colloquial term for ambergris, highlighting its significant value and desirability in the cosmetics and perfume markets, reflecting its prestigious status and demand within these industries.
From: World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
(1) A colloquial term used to describe the high value and desirability of ambergris in the cosmetics and perfume industries.[4] (2) A term used to describe ambergris due to its high value and desirability in the cosmetic and perfume markets.[5]