Significance of Army
Synonyms: Military, Soldiers, Division, Military personnel, Military service.
In Dutch: Leger; In Finnish: Armeija; In Spanish: 贰箩茅谤肠颈迟辞; In German: Armee; In Malay: Tentera; In Swedish: 础谤尘茅; In French: 础谤尘茅e
The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.
Hindu concept of 'Army'
In Hinduism, "Army" embodies the organized collective of warriors and soldiers under a king's command, crucial for protection, showcasing royal authority, and maintaining order, while symbolizing leadership and duty in military pursuits.
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Griffith)
(1) Army is what Vibhishan will guide.[1] (2) This is the group of people who came closer, causing a dusty cloud and loud sounds that were associated with marching.[2] (3) The army is a large group of soldiers, mentioned as following Bharat, and it was ordered to halt for a day before crossing the flood.[3] (4) The army is a group of people that accompanied Bharat, and it is mentioned as being part of the journey to find Rama, as well as including cars, elephants, and infantry.[4]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Shastri)
(1) The collective force that Bharata leads and intends to guide across the river, highlighting themes of leadership and duty.[5] (2) The group of warriors and soldiers that accompany Bharata, necessary for protection and showing royal authority.[6]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) The collective forces of warriors under the king's command, involved in the battle.[7]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) This component signifies the military forces that protect and serve the king and his kingdom.[8] (2) The military forces of the kingdom, including elephants, horses, and foot-soldiers that protect and enforce the king鈥檚 rule.[9]
From: Shukra Niti by Shukracharya
(1) A group of individuals, including men and animals, equipped with weapons and organized for military purposes.[10]
Jain concept of 'Army'
In Jainism, "Army" can be interpreted as the military force commanded by King Udayana against King Pradyota, and the soldiers engaged in the Nala and Krishnaraja conflict, symbolizing valor and struggle within historical narratives.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) The military force led by King Udayana in pursuit of King Pradyota.[11] (2) Referencing the soldiers and warriors involved in the conflict between Nala and Krishnaraja.[12]
The concept of Army in local and regional sources
The keyphrase "Army" relates to various entities in the text, denoting military forces commanded by Santoba, accompanying royalty, assisting in territorial capture, and representing a distinct force in India, highlighting power, authority, and social composition.
From: Bede's Ecclesiastical History of England
(1) This was the group that Sigbert was carried to, hoping his presence would encourage them, but they were eventually slaughtered or dispersed.[13] (2) The army was the enemy's force that captured Imma and brought him before their lord.[14] (3) A wattled church was constructed for them, showing the importance of celebration.[15] (4) This refers to the group of soldiers involved in the battle.[16]
From: Bhaktavijaya: Stories of Indian Saints
(1) An entity that Santoba commanded, which he sent for, paid off, and ultimately dismissed.[17]
From: Triveni Journal
(1) A military force in India primarily composed of certain classes and races, largely featuring British officers, which is distinct from the civil government.[18]
From: Village Folk-tales of Ceylon (Sri Lanka), vol. 1-3
(1) The King's forces that assist him in attempts to capture Matalana.[19] (2) The military force that accompanied the King and the Minister to the chena, indicating the presence of power and authority.[20]