Significance of Star
Synonyms: Celestial body, Luminary, Guiding light, Celebrity, Icon, Beacon, Heavenly body, Celestial bodies, Heavenly bodies, Luminaries, Constellations, Suns, Astronomical bodies
In Dutch: Ster; In Finnish: Tähti; In Spanish: Estrella; In German: Stern; In Swedish: Stjärna; In Malay: Bintang; In French: Étoile; In Italian: Stella; In Portugese: Estrela; In Polish: Gwiazda
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Buddhist concept of 'Star'
In Buddhism, "Star" signifies celestial luminaries distinct from planets, serving as a symbol in discussions about cognitive understanding of visible objects, highlighting the perception and interpretation of the external world in spiritual practice.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) Entities spoken of in the plural number and used as an example.[1] (2) Celestial luminaries other than planets, referred to in the discussion about cognitive understanding of visible objects.[2]
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) It is celestial bodies whose arrangement is examined by Mrigashiras to predict the duration of rainfall, initially forecasting twelve years.[3]
From: The Perfection Of Wisdom In Eight Thousand Lines
(1) These are heavenly bodies, and the sun outshines all other heavenly bodies, stars and the luster of the moon, when the sun rises, freed from the clouds that were binding it.[4]
From: Hualin International Journal of Buddhist Studies
(1) The stars are part of the cosmological triad, which is identified by the Bikisho, as part of the triad formed by Aizen, Fudo, and Amaterasu.[5]
Hindu concept of 'Star'
In Hinduism, a star symbolizes celestial bodies that represent powerful and distant forces in the universe, reflecting the vastness of creation and the divine influence on earthly existence.
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) Stars shining resplendent in the darkness of night are used as an analogy to illustrate how phenomena appear to occur within the reality of the One Being.[6] (2) The stars are mentioned in the context of their revolution around the earth, questioning whether the stars revolve about the earth.[7] (3) They are enkindled by light, dispel the shade of night, and decorate the sky with shining gems.[8] (4) The stars are likened to the hairs on Virat's body, symbolizing the myriad details and embellishments of his cosmic form.[9]
From: Harivamsha Purana
(1) Luminous celestial bodies with which the Yajna would be united after its transformation.[10] (2) These celestial bodies are united with the moon, contributing to the serene movement in the sky.[11] (3) The stars accompanied the moon, Soma, in filling the sky with various creatures after Soma acquired the power begotten by great penances.[12] (4) The stars, along with the moon, are visible within the body of the man-lion, according to Pralhada's vision.[13]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) The stars in the firmament began to wander in irregular courses out of anxiety when Rudra appeared, signifying the cosmic disruption caused by his wrath.[14] (2) This group of celestial objects is mentioned, with the Moon being the foremost among them, in an analogy for Drona's leadership.[15] (3) The stars accompany the divine Moon as it goes round the mountain, dividing the month into sections.[16] (4) The king, surrounded by Brahmanas, looked beautiful like the spotless moon in the midst of these celestial bodies.[17] (5) The stars were used to illustrate the manner in which Gandhari was surrounded by her daughters-in-law.[18]
From: Vishnu Purana
(1) The stars are identified with Vishnu, and their orbs are attached to Dhruva, traveling in their proper orbits.[19] (2) Stars are mentioned in the context of kinsmen retiring to rest upon the appearance of the stars after performing obsequial rites, as described in the text.[20]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Shastri)
(1) Celestial bodies that accompany the moon in the night sky, contributing to the overall brilliance and beauty of the scene.[21]
From: Chaitanya Mangala
(1) The star was identified by the astrologer as part of the careful analysis to determine the auspicious day and time for the significant ceremonies.[22]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) Stars are celestial objects that become visible with the coming of nightfall, and their appearance contributed to the Lords' praise of the time.[23] (2) Stars is a simile used to describe the devotees surrounding the Lord, suggesting their relative brilliance compared to the Lord's.[24] (3) The celestial objects were positioned around the central figure, and they were arranged in a manner that mirrors how celestial objects are aligned around the moon.[25] (4) Celestial objects that, in this context, represent the students' presence around Lord Vishvambhara.[26] (5) Celestial bodies visible from Earth that shine due to nuclear fusion within them.[27]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) Tara refers to the stars that populate the universe, contributing to the celestial landscape.[28] (2) Celestial bodies visible in the night sky, mentioned in the context of their connection to the earth and its phenomena.[29] (3) Symbolizes other forms of beauty, specifically referring to the queens in the context of the text.[30] (4) Celestial bodies visible from Earth, indicated as having a significant event in the narrative.[31]
From: Brahma Sutras (Ramanuja)
(1) These are referred to as Vishnu in a shloka from the Vishnu Purana, indicating a connection or identification.[32]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) The luminous celestial bodies visible in the night sky, representing another area where the ultimate principle is to be visualized as a source of illumination.[33] (2) "The stars" are the final element within the Devapankta, the group of five deities, which also includes fire, air, the sun, and the moon, completing the configuration.[34]
From: Brihadaranyaka Upanishad
(1) Celestial bodies that pervade the moon, they are components in a sequence that highlights the pervading nature of increasingly subtle elements.[35]
From: Chandogya Upanishad (Shankara Bhashya)
(1) The Stars are identified as Rik, serving as a foundational element, while the Moon, their counterpart, is identified as Sama, in the text.[36] (2) The text identifies the Stars as the Pratihara, emphasizing their nature of being assembled together, which is a characteristic highlighted in the provided text's explanation.[37]
From: Chandogya Upanishad (english Translation)
(1) These are one of the three things, along with the birds and the rays, that are together known as the pratihara.[38] (2) The stars were included in the list of things the Southern fire identified as parts of itself, which in turn, related to the identity of the self.[39] (3) Described as the sparks of the fire, indicating their brilliance and connection to the greater celestial phenomena.[40]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) Various kinds of celestial bodies including Dhruva, Agastya, and Arundhati, among others.[41] (2) One shall not pass urine facing stars, suggesting a directional prohibition related to celestial bodies.[42] (3) The stars are what one should look at upon seeing a Candala, as per the comparative notes provided, indicating the actions to be taken.[43] (4) These celestial bodies are the 'light' during the night, and their presence or absence helps determine when study is suitable, particularly in relation to the evening twilight.[44]
From: Apastamba Grihya-sutra
(1) These are things that, when they appear, the couple observes silence until they do.[45]
From: Hiranyakesi-grihya-sutra
(1) Celestial entities referenced alongside other divine beings.[46] (2) Celestial bodies that hold significance in the rituals; the bridegroom offers prayers to them after their marriage.[47]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) The stars are mentioned alongside the Sun and the planets as examples of celestial bodies whose differing movements are viewed by some knowers as constituting the entirety of Time.[48] (2) These, along with constellations, are regarded as symbols representing changes in objects due to time.[49] (3) These are the associates of Time, that are differentiated and create various conventional measurements of time.[50] (4) A celestial body mentioned in the context of determining a time for action.[51]
From: Satapatha-brahmana
(1) The stars are formed from the tear that emerged from an egg after Prajapati's union with the Sky, signifying their origin from a cosmic exudation.[52] (2) The stars are identified as the divine women, serving as lights for righteous men who ascend to the celestial world.[53] (3) Stars are symbolized by the filling of soil for the third layer, the sky, representing the celestial bodies that adorn the heavens.[54]
From: Yoga-sutras (with Bhoja’s Rajamartanda)
(1) These are celestial bodies, specifically starry luminaries, whose arrangement or disposition becomes knowable through a particular practice involving the moon, according to the text.[55] (2) The star is used in the Patanjala Bhashya to explain Pratibha, referring to the morning star, as the light of that star prepares the way for illumination.[56]
From: Bharadvaja-srauta-sutra
(1) The formula “For this thee, svaha” is used at the evening Pravargya.[57]
From: Padarthadharmasamgraha and Nyayakandali
(1) Celestial bodies whose changing positions are observed, used in discussions about inferential reasoning and perception.[58]
From: Hayanaratna: The Jewel of Annual Astrology
(1) This is a science that should be studied only by Brahmans, as they are the only ones who can truly understand the science, according to the text.[59]
Jain concept of 'Star'
In Jainism, the keyphrase "Star" signifies a distinct entity, unlike the moon, sun, or planets, highlighting its unique nature within the spiritual context and the broader cosmic framework.
From: Bhagavati-sutra (Viyaha-pannatti)
(1) These celestial bodies are the subject of questions regarding how many did, do, and will shine on various locations.[60] (2) The krishnaraji is not of the shape of the moon, the sun, planets, stars and heavenly bodies, which indicates its distinct nature.[61]
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) The Lord enjoyed himself with beautiful young women, like the moon with these celestial objects.[62] (2) This refers to a type of Jyotishkas, a type of Deva, and are classified as Sanjnin, Cara and Sthira, as well as Paryapta and Aparyapta.[63] (3) These are reflected in the jewels on the roofs of the shrines, adding to their beauty and making them appear as if flowers had been scattered by the gods.[64]
From: Tattvartha Sutra (with commentary)
(1) These luminous bodies are the lowest among the luminary deva, moving at a specified height from the level earth, as mentioned in the provided text.[65]
The concept of Star in local and regional sources
The keyphrase "Star" encompasses celestial bodies visible in the night sky, symbolizing eternity, beauty, and mystery. It inspires wonder, represents the vastness of the universe, and serves as a guide toward enlightenment and truth.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) Celestial bodies observed with the moon, likened to shells for the moon's play on the sands.[66] (2) Stars are celestial bodies that the green earth has hardly any use for, and some are engaged in secret wars.[67] (3) A star is a celestial body that emits light, often serving as a guiding point or a source of immense power and influence.[68] (4) The stars are described as countless myriads lying like sparkling Orient gems in the silent sky, shed by the hand of God.[69] (5) The star signifies hope, guidance, and beauty, suggesting that even in the darkest of times, there are still sources of light and inspiration to be found.[70]
From: Bhaktavijaya: Stories of Indian Saints
(1) Celestial bodies visible in the night sky that disappear at the advent of daylight, similar to how fortune vanished.[71] (2) The text mentions that if the stars were not so very small, who would have regarded the moon as being superior in size to them, implying that relative comparison is essential for appreciation.[72] (3) Celestial bodies that the Brahman believes are not more brilliant than the moon.[73]
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) The science of these celestial bodies is most famous among them, because the matters of religion are dependent on it.[74] (2) These are arranged according to their right ascensions, and the names are engraved on the leaves, according to the provided text.[75]
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) These are celestial bodies whose rhythm and order, along with the suns, are used as a measure for the great poet of the universe.[76] (2) This is a symbol representing the all-encompassing nature of spirit, and it exists everywhere, as it is not confined.[77] (3) Celestial bodies in the night sky are obscured from view.[78] (4) This term refers to a luminous celestial body, and is also what is put together.[79] (5) The stars are acting upon us, influencing us, and are mentioned in the text with the sky, which also acts upon us, as stated in the text.[80]
From: Folklore of the Santal Parganas
(1) The stars in the sky.[81]
From: Village Folk-tales of Ceylon (Sri Lanka), vol. 1-3
(1) The stars were once positioned very close to the earth, serving as lamps for houses, but their proximity was altered, moving them further away from human reach.[82]
The concept of Star in scientific sources
The keyphrase "Star" pertains to a media outlet noted for its coverage of HIV/AIDS in 2002, as included in a source list by Media Tenor, highlighting its role in regional media reporting.
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) A category in the growth share matrix representing products with high market share in a high-growth market, requiring significant investment.[83] (2) A menu item categorized as a 'Star' in the four-quadrant analysis exhibits both high efficiency scores and high unit profit, positioning it as a highly desirable and sustainable offering.[84] (3) A small typographical mark used on menus to indicate featured selections when the accompanying text provided information about the specials being offered at that time.[85]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) The Star reported Vietnamese and Japanese Researchers Develop Test Kit for Covid-19.[86] (2) Star is a gene involved in steroid hormone production, and its expression was enhanced by PrP in both mosquitofish and mouse-cultured antral follicles.[87]
From: Religions Journal (MDPI)
(1) Stars were objects of worship and fascination in the ancient Near East, and seals from Ammon depict stars, often associated with the moon crescent and other symbols.[88] (2) The provided content mentions a star that the father made when the children were kids, which Lucia finds in the rafters of the house they are selling, symbolizing a cherished memory and connection.[89] (3) The Star reported on Muhyiddin’s Christianisation Agenda Claim, highlighting that CCM considered it dangerous.[90]
From: Religious Inquiries (Journal)
(1) Each soul is related to its respective one and leaves it once incarnated on Earth, returning to the same one upon death.[91] (2) Is related to meteors, as some traditions associate the fall of stars or meteors with significant events, such as the death or birth of a great person.[92]
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) The Star newspaper published an article on July 29, 2010, discussing Tuberculosis (TB) as the diehard disease, which was referenced in the introductory section regarding the history of TB awareness.[93]
From: South African Journal of HIV Medicine
(1) A publication that published an article saying that AZT after rape was not effective, which was inaccurate.[94] (2) This is one of the media outlets that is included in the source list, and it is part of the media coverage of HIV/AIDS in 2002, according to Media Tenor.[95]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) This is a specific geometric shape of gold nanoparticles that is studied to understand how shape influences cellular uptake mechanisms.[96]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) A steroidogenic acute regulatory protein that plays a critical role in the transport of cholesterol for steroid hormone synthesis.[97]
Classical concept of 'Star'
From: The Book of the Dead
(1) Those who believed that the sky was an iron plane imagined that they were a number of lamps which were hung out therefrom.[98] (2) The stars are described as never resting, and Osiris Ani desires to cleave a path among them in the heavens.[99] (3) These celestial objects are mentioned as singing hymns of praise, symbolizing continuous adoration.[100] (4) The stars that never set are entities with whom Osiris Ani has hidden himself, suggesting a desire for permanence and celestial association.[101]
From: The Book of Gates
(1) The stars are held by four gods who shout hymns of praise when the two arms of Nu embrace Ra, journeying on with him to the height of heaven.[102]
From: The Literature of the Ancient Egyptians
(1) A celestial body that fell from heaven, causing a fire that consumed the serpent's children, brethren, and maiden.[103]
From: Legends Of The Gods
(1) It is described as obedient and existing in the height of heaven, and never diminishes under the place of thy face and which never rest.[104] (2) Nine stars are to be placed on the Cow's belly, possibly representing celestial elements or holding symbolic importance within the chapter.[105]
From: The Gods of the Egyptians Vol 1
(1) It is of the “living god, who journeyeth, and journeyeth and passeth,” identified with the planet Venus.[106]
From: Ancient Egypt the Light of the World
(1) The stars are described as the children of Ra the sun-god in the solar mythos, reflecting their importance in the celestial narrative.[107] (2) Stars are in one category, and in the other souls that were collected in the ark of salvation or the ark of Nnu—that is, the ark of heaven and of the god of the celestial water.[108] (3) The stars are sprinkled on the ceilings of pyramid chambers to resemble the night sky, helping the manes understand their future destinies in the firmament.[109]
From: The Iliad of Homer (English translation)
(1) A star is used as a simile to describe the stream of fire that flares from Diomed's shield and helmet, shining brightly in summer after its bath in the waters of Oceanus.[110]
From: Aesop's Fables (English translation)
(1) The stars represent the heights that the crane can reach, symbolizing its spiritual connection and ability to transcend earthly limitations.[111] (2) The stars serve as an example of celestial bodies that do not need relighting, offering a contrasting image of consistent brilliance compared to the Lamp's fleeting flame.[112] (3) Stars are celestial objects that the astronomer in the story was trying to observe when he met with his unfortunate accident.[113]
From: The Argonautica (English translation)
(1) Celestial bodies that keep their fixed place in the sky, symbolizing order and stability in the cosmos.[114]
From: The Liturgy of Funerary Offerings
(1) The stars are presided over by Thoth, who knows the times of their appearances and disappearances, and regulates their courses, which is part of his role in the cosmos.[115]