Significance of Victory and defeat
Victory and defeat encompasses the themes of triumph and loss in battle narratives, reflecting on the duality of life and death. The outcomes of conflicts faced by characters, such as Pushkala's victory, underscore the uncertainties inherent in warfare. In specific contexts, it highlights the fates of the Pandavas and Kauravas, as well as the ongoing struggles of the Devas and Danavas. Additionally, it emphasizes how omens and deities influence the outcomes in royal battles, central to various narratives in Purana, Kavya, and Theravada traditions.
Synonyms: Triumph, Conquest, Success, Defeat, Loss, Failure, Downfall
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Buddhist concept of 'Victory and defeat'
In Buddhism, Victory and defeat symbolize the battle between kings, shaped by omens and tutelary deities' actions, highlighting the impermanence of outcomes and the spiritual lessons derived from such conflicts.
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) The themes of conquest that unfolded during the battle between the kings, influenced by omens and the actions of their tutelary deities.[1]
From: Apadana commentary (Atthakatha)
(1) Concepts that Avopupphiya abandoned in his quest for spiritual enlightenment.[2]
Hindu concept of 'Victory and defeat'
In Hinduism, Victory and defeat symbolize the duality of life and death, highlighting themes of triumph and loss in battles, especially seen through characters like Pushkala, and reflect the unpredictable nature of conflict outcomes.
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) Victory and defeat indicates the themes of triumph and loss prevalent in the battle narrative, exploring the duality of life and death in warfare.[3] (2) The outcomes of conflicts or competitions, both of which are uncertain and unpredictable.[4] (3) The overarching themes and outcomes anticipated in the context of battle, closely tied to the fates of both the Pandavas and Kauravas.[5]
From: Padma Purana
(1) Themes central to the narrative, emphasizing the outcomes of battles faced by the characters, particularly seen when Pushkala achieves victory.[6]
From: Devi Bhagavata Purana
(1) The continual cycle of successes and failures experienced by both the Devas and Danavas in their eternal conflict.[7]
From: Skanda Purana
(1) The concepts discussed by warriors in the context of battle, emphasizing the futility of pre-determining outcomes.[8]
From: Tiruvaymoli (Thiruvaimozhi): English translation
(1) The experiences of winning and losing, highlighting the dual nature of life's challenges.[9]
From: Prem Sagar (English translation)
(1) Themes reflecting the cyclical nature of fortune and the resilience required in the face of adversity.[10]
From: Bhishma Charitra
(1) The central themes in war where the narrative frequently contrasts the outcomes of battles fought by the Kauravas and Pandavas.[11]
Jain concept of 'Victory and defeat'
In Jainism, Victory and defeat symbolize the transient nature of success and failure, reflecting the unpredictable experiences of warriors in combat, emphasizing the impermanence of worldly gains and losses.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) The fluctuating state of combat where warriors experienced shifts in fortune.[12]