The standing Fudo Myō-ō represents the "world of the burning fire," which separates the human world and the Buddhist world, and looks out over the human world. In contrast, the sitting Fudo Myoo represents a steadfast and immovable figure. The angular material combined with the tightly compressed central seat symbolizes the rigidity and immovability of Fudo Myō-ō, and serves as a specific seat for the deity.