Significance of Evildoer
In Vaishnavism, the term Evildoer signifies individuals influenced by wealth in Dwarka and those engaged in immoral actions, particularly by kings. The Puranas view Evildoers as unworthy of heavenly realms and associate this label with Bharat's mother, symbolizing family misfortune. In Kavya literature, Evildoer describes the sinful actions of Vidyuddhvaja, causing distress among deities. Furthermore, in Indian history, Eknath is labeled as an Evildoer by Brahmans for his respectful treatment of out-castes, highlighting social tensions regarding morality.
Synonyms: Wrongdoer, Villain, Criminal, Malefactor, Miscreant, Sinner, Wicked person, Offender, Scoundrel
In Finnish: ʲԳٱ쾱ä; In Spanish: Malhechor; In Dutch: Boosdoener
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Hindu concept of 'Evildoer'
In Hinduism, "Evildoer" can represent individuals unworthy of heavenly realms, embodying misfortune within family dynamics, engaging in immoral actions like a king’s, causing distress to gods, or becoming impious through wealth in Dwarka.
From: Prem Sagar (English translation)
(1) Refers to the residents of Dwarka who become impious due to the influence of wealth.[1]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) a person who engages in wrongdoing or immoral actions, specifically referring to the king's actions.[2]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Griffith)
(1) A characterization of Bharat's mother, indicating her role as the source of misfortune and corruption within the family structure.[3]
From: Hayanaratna: The Jewel of Annual Astrology
(1) Used substantively, it is applied to different groups of planets, and is an English usage no longer commonly found outside astrological contexts.[4]
From: Kathasaritsagara (the Ocean of Story)
(1) Reference to Vidyuddhvaja and his actions, which are seen as sinful and lead to distress among the gods.[5]
The concept of Evildoer in local and regional sources
The keyphrase "Evildoer" identifies Eknath as a figure condemned by Brahmans for his moral stance, specifically his respect for out-castes, illustrating societal conflict over moral values and social hierarchy.
From: Bhaktavijaya: Stories of Indian Saints
(1) A label given to Eknath by the Brahmans, accusing him of morally wrong actions for honoring the out-castes.[6]