Significance of Mighty fire
Mighty fire is interpreted in two religious contexts as a symbol of both transformation and danger. In Purana, it represents the hermit's penance, symbolizing trial and purification, as well as a prophesied destructive blaze from an egg that signifies the end of the world. In Theravada, it is a metaphor for intense emotional states and desires, which can be overwhelming if uncontrolled, and also describes the diminishing glory of Jotipala's knowledge in the presence of a faithless family.
Synonyms: Powerful flame, Intense blaze, Fierce fire, Inferno, Blaze, Conflagration, Wildfire
In Dutch: Machtig vuur; In Finnish: Voimakas tuli
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Buddhist concept of 'Mighty fire'
In Buddhism, "Mighty fire" symbolizes both the brilliance of Jotipala's wisdom, which can fade due to a lack of faith, and the intense emotions and desires that can overwhelm individuals if unchecked.
From: Milindapanha (questions of King Milinda)
(1) A metaphor for powerful emotional states and desires that can consume individuals if not managed well.[1] (2) A metaphor used to describe the glory and merit of Jotipala's knowledge, which diminishes when in contact with a family that lacks faith.[2]
Hindu concept of 'Mighty fire'
In Hinduism, "Mighty fire" symbolizes both the rigorous penance of hermits, denoting trial and purification, and a powerful blaze emerging from an enigmatic egg, signifying destruction and renewal at the world's end.
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) A powerful blaze that is prophesied to emerge from an enigmatic egg at the end of the world, symbolizing destruction and renewal.[3]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Griffith)
(1) Symbolic elements of the hermit's rigorous penance, representing both trial and purification.[4]
Classical concept of 'Mighty fire'
From: The Book of Gates
(1) It comes from the serpent's mouth and consumes the souls of the enemies.[5]