Significance of Powerful

The concept of Powerful varies across different philosophical traditions, signifying strength, authority, and influence. In Jainism, it describes both the activities of influential individuals and refers to their ability to command respect, seen in figures like Cakrin Shantinatha. Vaishnavism highlights characters like Bakasura and Gada for their immense strength. Purana emphasizes the valor of Dhritarashtra’s sons, while Vedanta links power to the ability to effect change through meditation. In Mahayana, it denotes qualities that facilitate beneficial change.1
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Synonyms: Strong, Forceful, Potent, Mighty, Robust, Effective, Intense, Significant, Formidable, Vigorous

In Dutch: Krachtig; In Finnish: Voimakas; In Spanish: Poderoso; In Portugese: Poderoso; In German: Leistungsstark; In Malay: Berkuasa; In Swedish: Kraftfull; In French: Puissant; In Italian: Potente; In Polish: Potężny

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Buddhist concept of 'Powerful'

Hindu concept of 'Powerful'

Jain concept of 'Powerful'

The concept of Powerful in local and regional sources

The concept of Powerful in scientific sources