Significance of Night of battle
The "Night of battle" holds significance in both Egyptian and Purana traditions. In Egypt, it represents a time when Thoth's power is summoned to ensure Osiris' triumph over adversaries. Ra identifies himself as the great cat during this night, defeating the Sebau and eliminating Osiris' enemies. In Purana, "Night of battle" signifies the specific conflict occurring at night, heightening the chaos and confusion of the battlefield.
Synonyms: Combat, Fight, Skirmish, Conflict, Engagement, Confrontation, Struggle
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Hindu concept of 'Night of battle'
In Hinduism, "Night of battle" signifies heightened chaos and confusion during nighttime conflicts. The darkness amplifies the challenges and uncertainties faced by warriors on the battlefield.
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) Refers to the specific conflict taking place during the night, adding to the chaos and confusion on the battlefield.[1]
Classical concept of 'Night of battle'
From: Ancient Egypt the Light of the World
(1) Ra says, 'I am the great cat who frequenteth the persea-tree (of life in Annu, on the night of battle when the defeat of the Sebau is effected and the adversaries of the inviolate god (Osiris) are exterminated.'[2]
From: The Book of the Dead
(1) The night of battle is mentioned as a time when Thoth's power is invoked to make Osiris victorious over his enemies.[3]