Significance of Foundation
Synonyms: Base, Support, Establishment, Institution, Organization, Infrastructure, Cornerstone, Fundamentals, Core, Infrastructure.
In Spanish: Base; In Dutch: Fundering; In Finnish: ³§Ã¤Ã¤³Ù¾±Ã¶; In German: Stiftung
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Hindu concept of 'Foundation'
In Hinduism, "Foundation" encompasses principles of constructing solid structures, spiritual grounding, stability, and support, emphasizing correct measurements and materials to prevent loss, highlighting its significance in both architecture and ritual practices.
From: Satapatha-brahmana
(1) The underlying support system that holds together structures, symbolized by various bricks laid by the Sacrificer.[1] (2) A hymn-form that represents stability and support provided by the year, serving as a basis for existence.[2] (3) The underlying support or basis for the acts performed during the ritual sacrifices that facilitate the process of man being born.[3]
From: Manasara (English translation)
(1) The base upon which buildings are constructed, with specific guidelines for depth and materials described in Chapter XII.[4] (2) The lowest load-bearing part of a building; if measurements deviate, it can lead to loss of wealth.[5]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) Interpreted from the word 'bhite,' suggesting a basis or grounding in the spiritual context.[6]
From: Kautilya Arthashastra
(1) The base on which a house is laid at a specified distance from the wall of a neighbouring house.[7]
From: Vastu-shastra (Introduction to Indian architecture)
(1) A detailed treatment in the Mayamata discussing the various methods and principles of laying solid foundations for structures.[8]
The concept of Foundation in local and regional sources
Foundation denotes the essential underlying support for structures, emphasizing the importance of soil capacity and appropriate materials, as highlighted in the text. It serves as the groundwork crucial for stability and durability in construction.
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) The foundation is something that must be strongly laid to prevent everything from toppling down.[9] (2) When a great work is being done, when these are laid or a road constructed, when superhuman energy is needed.[10]
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The base structure of buildings, including depth considerations based on the soil's Safe Bearing Capacity and materials used like brick and broken stone.[11]
From: Sanskrit Words In Southeast Asian Languages
(1) Foundation refers to the base or underlying support, the groundwork upon which something is built, as the text suggests.[12]