Chapter 16 presents a magnificent and allegorical depiction of the Guru-King's court. He is described as the 'Idol seated on the throne of peace' and the 'Lord of the Empire of Self-Bliss.' The four Vedas, six Shastras, and eighteen Puranas serve as his bards, singing his praises. His eight ministers are spiritual qualities and practices like Detachment, Devotion, Pure Knowledge, Hearing, Reflection, and Meditation. His ornaments are Peace and Self-control, and the sharp sword of Knowledge he wields causes the tree of worldly existence to tremble, signifying his supreme spiritual authority and power.
How does Chapter 16 poetically describe the spiritual 'court' and attributes of the Guru-King?
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