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.

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. Particularly, it symbolizes how enlightenment and knowledge defeat ignorance and the fear of death.

Nov 27, 2024 · Dhvaja (ध्वज, ‘flag’) is a weapon (āyudha or bādhra) according to the Vāstusūtra Upaniṣad. Dhvaja (flag) - Making oneself known to others, indicating that one is a source of charity and safety to all sentient beings. An indication of the triumph of the Dharma.

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 triumph and safeguarding.

Feb 27, 2025 · Dhvaja Yoga, meaning “Yoga of the Flag,” signifies leadership, respect, and the ability to command others. In Vedic astrology, this rare and powerful planetary alignment is associated with authority, power, and charisma.

The Dhvaja symbol (triangle headed standard) occurs on the coins issued by the Sātavāhana kings Sātakarṇi I Sātakarṇi II (Fig.4.3), and. James Prinsep was the earliest to identify the triangle-headed standard with jaya-dhvaja.

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.

Sep 22, 2024 · The keyphrase "Dhvaja (banner)" is defined in the Purana as both a specific construction measure linked to auspicious elements and a ceremonial flag symbolizing auspiciousness and religious significance.

Some sculptures from Bharhut and Sanchi have depictions of Dhvaja. Also this symbol can be seen on Jain Ayāgapaṭṭas, in the Udaygiri-Khandgiri caves. We also find references to Dhvaja in ancient literature like Bharata-Nāṭyaśāstra, Br̥hat-Saṃhitā, Samarāṅgaṇasūtradhāra.