Significance of Throne
Synonyms: Crown, Seat of power, King's seat, High seat, Royal seat
In Dutch: Troon; In Finnish: Valtaistuin; In Spanish: Trono
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Buddhist concept of 'Throne'
In Buddhism, the term "Throne" symbolizes various power dynamics, including Kusha's aspirations, Punyavanta’s merit-based position, a revered seat for Buddhas, and Ajatasattu's inheritance, reflecting the complexities of royal succession and spiritual authority.
From: Mahavastu (great story)
(1) The seat of power that Kusha aspires to, despite his perceived ugliness.[1] (2) The position of power that Punyavanta gains through merit and favor from King Brahmadatta.[2]
From: Lotus Sutra (Saddharma-Pundarika)
(1) A prepared seat for the Buddhas, standing five yojanas in height, located at the foot of jewel trees.[3]
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) The seat of power that prince Ajatasattu ultimately inherited after the death of his father, marking a significant shift in royal succession.[4]
Hindu concept of 'Throne'
In Hinduism, the Throne symbolizes authority and power across various contexts, including the rulership of kings, the divine elevation of deities, and the honored position of spiritual figures like Nityananda and Garga Muni, reflecting governance and responsibility.
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) The symbolic seat of power or authority that Lord Vishvambhara occupied while enacting his pastimes.[5] (2) The seat of authority previously occupied by Jagannatha, indicating a position of power or leadership.[6] (3) A seat of honor or authority, which in this context is associated with Lord Ananta.[7] (4) Represents a form of service that Nityananda provides, symbolizing honor and authority for Lord Krishna.[8] (5) Symbolizes a seat of power and authority occupied by the most effulgent Lord.[9]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) Denotes a seat of honor and authority, reflecting the high status given to Garga Muni by King Vrishabhanu.[10] (2) A ceremonial chair for a sovereign, symbolizing power and authority, upon which the lotus is placed.[11] (3) The seat of authority from which Kamsa exercised his rule over the kingdoms.[12]
From: Chaitanya Mangala
(1) A symbol of power and authority that Dhruva aspires to attain through devotion and worship.[13]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki
(1) The seat of power from which King Dasaratha presides over his court, symbolizing authority.[14] (2) The seat of power in the kingdom that Bharata is encouraged to accept following his father's death.[15] (3) The royal seat of power that Bharata is encouraged to occupy in order to please Shri Rama.[16] (4) The seat of power and authority in the kingdom that Rama is about to inherit as the rightful successor.[17]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) Symbolizes power and rulership, particularly concerning the rightful position of Yudhishthira.[18] (2) The chair of state for the Rishi, symbolizing his authority and elevated status.[19]
From: Devi Bhagavata Purana
(1) Symbolizes the authority and power held by King Harishcandra before his fall from grace.[20]
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) The seat of the ruler, symbolizing power and authority within the royal hall.[21]
From: Bhagavad-gita-mahatmya
(1) The seat of authority on which king Janashruti sat.[22]
From: Gautami Mahatmya
(1) The seat of authority where Rama was seated, symbolizing his royal power.[23]
From: Bhagavata Purana
(1) The royal seat where Kamsa sat during the celebration, despite his anxiety.[24]
From: Manasara (English translation)
(1) Elaborately designed seats for royalty, depicted with various classifications based on occasion and use in Chapter XLV.[25] (2) Seating arrangements designated for the Cakravartin and various classes of kings, placed prominently within the central theater.[26]
From: Kathasaritsagara (the Ocean of Story)
(1) The seat of power occupied by the king, symbolizing authority, governance, and the responsibility of leadership.[27] (2) The literal translation of 'Sinhasanadvatrinshika', indicating the Throne of Lions associated with storytelling.[28]
From: Vastu-shastra (Introduction to Indian architecture)
(1) Elaborate seats of honor that are part of the decorative elements in temple architecture rather than household decorations.[29]
Jain concept of 'Throne'
In Jainism, "Throne" symbolizes rulership and authority, serves as a central piece in royal palaces, and represents the installation of royal power, as seen with Priyamitra by King Dhanatjaya.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) The seat of royal power which Priyamitra was installed upon by his father King Dhanatjaya.[30] (2) The seat of power that symbolizes the rulership and authority contended in the battle.[31] (3) Refers to the royal seat that is installed for Gagali, symbolizing his new position after receiving enlightenment from Shri Vira.[32]
From: Bhagavati-sutra (Viyaha-pannatti)
(1) The center piece of the palace, where king Camara's power and authority are symbolically represented.[33]