Chapter 16 presents a magnificent allegorical court for the Guru-King. His eight ministers are not people but essential spiritual qualities engaged in his service: Detachment, Devotion, Pure Knowledge, Hearing (Shravan), Reflection (Manan), Meditation (Nididhyasan), Self-investigation, and Realization. The divine gems shining as ornaments around his neck are Peace and Self-control. Furthermore, his weapon is the brilliantly shining, sharp blade of the sword of Knowledge. This sword is so powerful that the mere sight of his hand raised to strike causes the tree of worldly existence to tremble in fear.
Chapter 16 uses rich allegorical language to describe the Guru-King's divine court. Can you elaborate on the symbolism of his ministers, ornaments, and weapon?
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