Statements (52)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:deity
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| gptkbp:are_known_for |
protectors of the faithful
|
| gptkbp:are_known_to_protect |
the faithful
|
| gptkbp:are_known_to_symbolize |
strength and power
|
| gptkbp:are_known_to_wield |
magical powers
|
| gptkbp:are_part_of |
the Mahayana tradition
the spiritual hierarchy the Buddhist cosmology the Buddhist pantheon the Buddhist narrative |
| gptkbp:are_sometimes_invoked_for |
protection against evil
|
| gptkbp:child |
the four cardinal directions
|
| gptkbp:depicted_in |
gptkb:Chinese_mythology
gptkb:Japanese_culture temples and shrines various forms of art |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Four Heavenly Kings
|
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
the concept of guardianship
the elements the protection of the land the protection of the universe the protection of the Dharma the safeguarding of the teachings |
| gptkbp:is_believed_to |
bring good fortune
|
| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
Buddhist festivals
|
| gptkbp:is_considered_to_be |
protectors of the realm
|
| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
the Lotus Sutra
|
| gptkbp:is_mentioned_in |
various sutras
|
| gptkbp:is_often_depicted_as |
gptkb:historical_texts
gptkb:Christian_art gptkb:sacred_texts gptkb:warriors gptkb:weapons colorful attire ceremonial contexts martial poses |
| gptkbp:is_often_described_as |
the Four Guardian Kings
|
| gptkbp:is_often_seen_in |
a fierce expression
dynamic poses a retinue of attendants a variety of symbols |
| gptkbp:is_often_used_in |
rituals and prayers
protection and blessings |
| gptkbp:is_protected_by |
gptkb:the_Buddha
|
| gptkbp:is_represented_in |
the balance of nature
|
| gptkbp:is_worshipped_by |
various East Asian cultures
|
| gptkbp:known_as |
gptkb:the_Four_Kings
Shakra, Virupaksha, Dhritarashtra, and Vaisravana |
| gptkbp:related_vehicle |
gptkb:mythical_creatures
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| gptkbp:renowned_for |
gptkb:Buddhism
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Jackie_Chung
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
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