Significance of Verse
Synonyms: Stanza, Poetry, Poem, Passage, Couplet, Chant, Text
In Finnish: Jae
In Dutch: Vers
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Buddhist concept of 'Verse'
In Buddhism, Verse signifies poetic expressions exchanged between the king and Asthisena, encapsulating their reflections on the concepts of begging and giving, highlighting the importance of generosity and community values in spiritual practice.
From: Mahavastu (great story)
(1) Poetic expressions shared by both the king and Asthisena, which conveyed their thoughts and beliefs regarding begging and giving.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Verse'
In Hinduism, Verse signifies a structured arrangement of words that plays a crucial role in ritualistic prayers and hymns, serving to enhance spiritual practices and convey religious sentiments.
From: Bharadvaja-srauta-sutra
(1) Sacred lines or chanting used during the rituals to invoke Agni and other elements.[2] (2) A specific expression that encapsulates the qualities of the god Mitra, emphasizing his support of heaven and earth.[3] (3) The set of poetic expressions used during the offering to invoke the help of deities such as Gharma, Rudra, and Varuna.[4] (4) Sacred lines or messages recited during the rituals to convey intentions and invoke divine assistance.[5] (5) A specific line from the Veda that is recited in conjunction with the altar and offerings during sacrifices.[6]
From: Sankhayana-grihya-sutra
(1) Reference to specific lines from the Rig-veda that are recited during worship.[7] (2) A structured form of words, often used as a part of ritualistic prayers or hymns.[8] (3) Quoted lines from the Rig-veda that are recited during rituals to invoke blessings or blessings among the participants.[9]
From: Hiranyakesi-grihya-sutra
(1) The specific words or chants he repeats for each of the two earrings during the ritual.[10] (2) Refers to specific ritual phrases used during ceremonies, imparting divine meanings and invoking sacred energies.[11] (3) Refers to specific mantras or phrases recited during the rituals, particularly during sacrifices and invoking blessings.[12]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) A specific line or quote from the text that is under discussion or analysis.[13] (2) Sacred texts or mantras recited during the rituals to invoke divine blessings.[14]
From: Gobhila-grihya-sutra
(1) A specific phrase or chant recited during the rituals to invoke certain outcomes.[15] (2) Citations or statements made during the ceremony that are recited or murmured by the bridegroom and others as part of the rituals.[16]
From: Paraskara-grihya-sutra
(1) A phrase recited during the ritual, emphasizing the protective and powerful qualities of the herb being used.[17]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) A specific line or set of lines that convey a message or teaching about Shri Krishna.[18] (2) Refers to the specific verse being discussed, indicating it has clarity and meaning.[19] (3) A specific poetic or scriptural text that conveys clear and straightforward messages regarding the teachings or sentiments of devotion to Lord Shri Krishna.[20]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) A specific portion of sacred text that encapsulates spiritual teachings and reflections.[21] (2) A specific part of the sacred text that narrates the events happening around the transformation and actions of the divine.[22]
From: Mudrarakshasa (literary study)
(1) A line of poetry that is structured according to specific meter and syllabic arrangement.[23] (2) A unit of poetry that contains specific rhythmic and structural features, which in this case employs the Rucira meter.[24] (3) A composition made by Vishakhadatta in act VI.16, characterized by a query format addressed to a character and incorporating replies within the structure of the verse.[25]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) The lines of text from the scripture that present philosophical concepts or teachings, such as verse 2.705 and verse 702.[26] (2) Refers specifically to the quoted phrase that illustrates the concept of Brahman as inaccessible to speech and thought.[27]
From: Sahitya-kaumudi by Baladeva Vidyabhushana
(1) Refers to the poetic expression that illustrates the concept of kaku-vakrokti or the ambiguous utterance.[28] (2) The specific poetic lines presented, which contain stylistic features and describe the divine qualities of Krishna.[29]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) A specific form of written language often used in the context of definitions and explanations in Sanskrit literature, indicating a structured approach to definitions.[30]