Significance of Stick
Synonyms: Rod, Pole, Staff, Baton, Twig, Branch, Wand, Cane
In Spanish: Palo; In Finnish: Tikku; In Dutch: Stok
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Buddhist concept of 'Stick'
In Buddhism, "Stick" symbolizes the essential moral foundation for monastics, highlighting its impermanence and illustrating the distinction between entities. It underscores the transient nature of concepts after they are recognized and their role in practice.
From: Tattvasangraha [with commentary]
(1) This represents a 'universal' concept that, once indicated and perceived, does not persist after its removal from an individual, suggesting its impermanence in the context of the provided information.[1] (2) An analogy used to illustrate the argument that an entity which differentiates another cannot be identical to that which it differentiates.[2]
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) This is what all monastics lean on, referring to morality, highlighting its importance as a fundamental aspect of their practices, as the text suggests.[3]
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) The stick is used by the geese to carry the Tortoise, with the Tortoise holding it in his mouth, but when he speaks, he releases his hold and falls.[4]
Hindu concept of 'Stick'
In Hinduism, "Stick" signifies multiple meanings, including purification, guidance, playful attributes of Krishna, disciplinary actions, and symbolic support, while also reflecting deeper themes of devotion and stability in relationships and actions.
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) A stick, also referred to as a vadi, is the object that Jagannatha Mishra seized and used as a tool during his angry pursuit.[5] (2) Long, thin pieces of wood that are held in the hands and that parents sometimes bring with them when they come to a location.[6] (3) Possessing a stick in his hand, the individual held this object, potentially for support, guidance, or as a symbolic item representing authority.[7] (4) An implement picked up with the intention of using it as a weapon, symbolizing a physical threat and a desire to inflict harm on another.[8] (5) This is a wooden object used for striking.[9]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) Sticks are held by the cowherds along with flutes, as they sing sweetly at King Vrishabhanu's palace, creating a pastoral scene.[10] (2) Shri Krishna is holding a "stick" in His hand, which is one of the items He is holding, in addition to a flute.[11] (3) An object is mentioned as a potential instrument, suggesting a form of punishment or reprimand involving a physical item.[12] (4) The stick, or vetram, is another item belonging to Lord Hari that Radha takes, contributing to the playful dynamic depicted in the verse.[13] (5) Implements used by Shridama and Subala as tools to strike the yogurt container in an attempt to bring it down.[14]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) Govindaraja refers to sticks as a means of being distinguished.[15] (2) This is an example of an inanimate thing used for gambling.[16] (3) This is an instrument that is identified within Medhatithi's commentary as a possible 'rod', used to strike someone for disciplinary actions.[17] (4) The object the Shudra touches to purify himself after completing the necessary rites.[18]
From: Padarthadharmasamgraha and Nyayakandali
(1) This is an object that, when striking the drum, generates sound through the contact of the drum and Akasha, with the force of the stick and its contact serving as the instrumental cause.[19]
From: International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
(1) A regimen under Dincharya that involves the utilization of shoes, umbrella, and this, otherwise known as Paduka - chhatra - dandadi dharana.[20]
The concept of Stick in local and regional sources
The keyphrase "Stick" in the provided text relates to items that are associated with or encompass a gold bracelet, suggesting a context where "stick" may denote a protective or decorative element surrounding the bracelet.
From: Bhaktavijaya: Stories of Indian Saints
(1) The items that covered the gold bracelet.[21]
From: Village Folk-tales of Ceylon (Sri Lanka), vol. 1-3
(1) Sticks are used in the construction of a white tusk elephant by a Prince, alongside white cloths, to deceive and approach the Princess.[22]
Classical concept of 'Stick'
From: Aesop's Fables (English translation)
(1) Sticks were used by some of the Shepherds as weapons to attack the Panther while it was trapped in the pit, demonstrating a hostile reaction to the animal's misfortune.[23] (2) Wooden tools used by individuals to strike the tree and knock down the fruit, resulting in harm to it.[24] (3) The individual pieces of wood used in the demonstration, which symbolize individual vulnerability when separated but collective strength when bound together.[25]