The Four Heavenly Kings

GPTKB entity

Statements (52)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:temple
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Japanese_Sculpture
gptkb:Jackie_Chung
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkbp:child the four cardinal directions
gptkbp:depicted_in gptkb:mythological_figure
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_celebrated_in Buddhist festivals
gptkbp:is_considered protectors of the realm
gptkbp:is_discussed_in various sutras
gptkbp:is_featured_in the Lotus Sutra
gptkbp:is_known_for gptkb:temple
gptkb:the_Four_Kings
protectors of the faithful
Shakra, Virupaksha, Dhritarashtra, and Vaisravana
gptkbp:is_often_associated_with the Four Guardian Kings
gptkbp:is_often_depicted_as gptkb:weapon
gptkb:sports_team
gptkb:church
gptkb:statue
gptkb:archaeological_site
colorful attire
ceremonial contexts
a fierce expression
dynamic poses
martial poses
a retinue of attendants
a variety of symbols
gptkbp:is_often_used_in rituals and prayers
protection against evil
protection and blessings
gptkbp:is_part_of the Mahayana tradition
the spiritual hierarchy
the Buddhist cosmology
the Buddhist pantheon
the Buddhist narrative
gptkbp:is_protected_by gptkb:the_Buddha
the faithful
gptkbp:is_represented_in the balance of nature
gptkbp:is_wielded_by magical powers
gptkbp:is_worshipped_by various East Asian cultures
gptkbp:religion bring good fortune
gptkbp:symbolizes strength and power