Dhvaja (Sanskrit: ध्वज, romanized: Dhvaja, lit. 'flag'; Tibetan: རྒྱལ་མཚན, Wylie: rgyal-msthan) is the Sanskrit term for a banner or a flag. Flags are featured in the iconography, mythology, and architecture of Indian religions such as Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.

Nov 27, 2024 · Dhvaja (ध्वज, “banner”):—Fifth seat of the Svādhiṣṭhāna (2nd chakra), according to the Kubjikāmata-tantra. It is identified with the fifth of the seven worlds, named janaloka. Together, these seven seatsthey form the Brahmāṇḍa …

Oct 29, 2024 · In Buddhism, Dhvaja symbolizes victory and protection, often depicted as a flag or banner. It is notably associated with specific deities, especially Kuvera, representing divine …

Dec 29, 2021 · Dhvaja is one of the Ashtamangala, a set of Eight Auspicious Signs shared by Buddhism and Hinduism. It is a victory banner. A drawing of the Buddhist version of a dhvaja usually looks like four flags on the same staff.

The Dhvaja which translates to ‘flag’ or ‘sign’, is also known as the Victory Banner. The victory represented is one over fear, ignorance, evil and death.

The dhvaja, meaning banner, flag or ensign, was originally a military standard of ancient Indian warfare. This standard adorned the rear of a great warrior's chariot and was mounted behind the great parasol (Skt. atapatra), or royal parasol (Skt. chatra).

Sep 22, 2024 · Dhvaja in Hinduism signifies a ceremonial flag or banner associated with structures, representing auspiciousness and religious importance, as well as a measure related to their construction which embodies auspicious elements.

The Dhvaja (flag, banner or standard) is one of the important and significant symbols from ancient India. It is commonly known as an Indradhvaja or ‘triangular headed standard’ which can be seen on various ancient Indian coins such as those of Ujjain, Sātavāhana, Śuṅga, Kurara, Eraṇ, …

Dhvaja literally means ‘that which stands tall’. ‘Dhvaja’ is a flag or a banner fixed on a post and is a common feature in the temples.

Dhvaja (Sanskrit: ध्वज, romanized:Dhvaja, lit. 'flag'; Tibetan: རྒྱལ་མཚན , Wylie: rgyal-msthan) refers to the Sanskrit word for a banner or a flag. Flags are featured in the iconography, mythology, and architecture of Indian religions such as Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.