Significance of Lay down
The keyphrase "Lay down" has various interpretations across different contexts. In Vaishnavism, it refers to reclining or resting with an intention to invoke a reaction. In Dharmashastra, it means to document information, particularly regarding boundaries and witness names. In Theravada, "Lay down" indicates both the act of reclining, which may involve sharing a covering-cloth, and a situation where a woman, overwhelmed and neglectful of her needs, hugs the bedstead instead of focusing on food.
Synonyms: Recline, Rest, Settle, Position, Lie down
In Finnish: Makaa; In Dutch: Ga liggen; In Spanish: Establecer; In German: Sich hinlegen
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Buddhist concept of 'Lay down'
In Buddhism, "Lay down" can signify a woman's abandonment of worldly needs in a moment of distress and the deeper meaning of rest, possibly symbolizing shared compassion and interconnectedness through the act of reclining or using a covering-cloth.
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) The action of the men in the caravan as they prepared to sleep.[1] (2) The action taken by the woman as she lost her senses and cared nothing for food, instead hugging the frame of the bedstead.[2]
From: Vinaya Pitaka (2): Bhikkhuni-vibhanga (the analysis of Nun鈥� rules)
(1) The act of reclining or resting, which can have specific implications in the context of sharing a covering-cloth.[3]
Hindu concept of 'Lay down'
In Hinduism, "Lay down" can denote reclining to invoke a reaction or documenting information, emphasizing the importance of recording boundaries and witness names in rituals or legal contexts.
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) To recline or rest, which in this context is used to convey an intention to invoke a specific reaction.[4]
From: Satapatha-brahmana
(1) The action of positioning various elements (man, spoons, tortoise) in specific orientations for the altar.[5]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) To establish or present a certain understanding or teaching.[6]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) To write or document information on paper, specifically referring to the act of recording the boundary and the names of the witnesses.[7]
The concept of Lay down in local and regional sources
Lay down denotes the couples' action that sparks a misunderstanding, setting the stage for the ensuing narrative. This act is pivotal in shaping the dynamics and developments in their relationship.
From: Village Folk-tales of Ceylon (Sri Lanka), vol. 1-3
(1) The action taken by the couple, which initiates the misunderstanding and further narrative.[8]