Significance of Royal state
Royal state embodies a manner of grandeur befitting a king, characterized by luxury, dignity, and elevated status. The ceremonial transport of King Rama symbolizes the importance of his role and the occasion. It encompasses the responsibilities of kingship, showing both the privileges and the potential loss associated with royal authority, such as experienced by Sugriva. Royal state also reflects the opulent decor and status enjoyed by nobility, highlighting the significance of regal standing in various contexts throughout the narratives.
Synonyms: Kingdom, Monarchy, Realm, Crown, Sovereignty, Empire
In Dutch: Koninklijke staat; In Finnish: Kuninkaallinen osavaltio; In Spanish: Estado real
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Buddhist concept of 'Royal state'
In Buddhism, "Royal state" signifies the elevated status and lifestyle of Prince Peerless, who, despite declining the throne, embodies a noble existence marked by spiritual richness and ethical living.
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) A term indicating the high status and lifestyle enjoyed by Prince Peerless even after his refusal of the throne.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Royal state'
In Hinduism, "Royal state" embodies the grandeur, authority, and responsibilities of kingship, seen through Rama's majestic presence, the luxurious decor, and the societal impact of royalty, symbolizing both privilege and loss.
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Griffith)
(1) Royal state refers to the ceremonial and dignified manner in which King Rama was transported, signifying his elevated status and the importance of the occasion.[2] (2) Royal state refers to the position of kingship that Sugriva had, but was stripped from him, showing his loss of power and authority.[3] (3) Royal state was seen in the houses, triumphal are and bannered gate, indicating grandeur and importance.[4] (4) This refers to the territory or position of a ruler, indicating its significance and the impact of its loss, highlighting the impact of an event.[5] (5) The narrator mentions all that royal state attends, which suggests the trappings and responsibilities of kingship.[6]
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) Refers to Lila's current birth as being of noble or regal nature.[7] (2) The status of being part of royalty, associated with privilege and opportunity.[8]
From: Kathasaritsagara (the Ocean of Story)
(1) The social status and material wealth bestowed upon Harisharman by the king as a result of his false claims of wisdom.[9]