Significance of Enormous wealth
Enormous wealth, according to Purana, encompasses various interpretations, such as the substantial riches bestowed upon those visiting sacred sites and performing rituals, the perceived wealth of Yudhishthira that influences Duryodhana's feelings, and the vast riches associated with Trasadasyu sought by Rishis. It also highlights resources allocated for worship and properties linked to Ilvala. In Indian history, Enormous wealth can also refer to potential inheritances lost due to bankruptcy and the financial resources lost by Surayya, causing his family's decline.
Synonyms: Immense fortune, Vast wealth, Great affluence, Abundant resources, Vast riches, Huge fortune, Immense prosperity
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Hindu concept of 'Enormous wealth'
In Hinduism, Enormous wealth signifies Yudhishthira's perceived riches causing Duryodhana's inadequacy, resources for divine worship, Trasadasyu's coveted riches, wealth for religious donations, blessings for ritual performers, and Ilvala's substantial property.
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) A vast amount of riches, often donated in religious practices.[1] (2) The vast riches Duryodhana perceives Yudhishthira to have, contributing to his feelings of inadequacy.[2] (3) Referred to as a property of Ilvala, suggesting his vast riches.[3] (4) A description of the wealth held by Trasadasyu, who was sought after by the Rishis.[4]
The concept of Enormous wealth in local and regional sources
Enormous wealth pertains to substantial financial losses experienced by Surayya, resulting in his family's decline and the unexpected disappearance of inherited assets, ultimately due to bankruptcy. This highlights the fragility of wealth and its impact on families.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) A significant amount of financial resources that was expected to be inherited but ultimately vanished due to bankruptcy.[5] (2) A significant amount of financial resources that Surayya lost, leading to his family's downfall.[6]
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) This refers to the wealth that Jagatsimha, the son of Karnasimha, was blessed with, which is a cause for the effects described in the verse.[7]