Significance of Embankment
In Vaishnavism, the term Embankment serves as a metaphor for how the divine form of the Lord encompasses and contains His names. This concept suggests that the Lord's Form acts as a protective barrier against chaotic expressions of divinity, ensuring that the divine presence remains ordered and focused. The imagery of an embankment illustrates the stability and containment provided by the Lord's Form in relation to His myriad names and manifestations.
Synonyms: Dike, Bank, Ridge, Mound, Causeway, Rampart, Dam, Barrier
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Hindu concept of 'Embankment'
In Hinduism, "Embankment" metaphorically represents the Lord’s Form, which encompasses His names, thus restraining the chaotic expressions of divinity and maintaining order in the manifestation of spiritual power.
From: Tiruvaymoli (Thiruvaimozhi): English translation
(1) A metaphorical description of how the Lord’s Form holds and contains His names, preventing chaotic expressions of divinity.[1]