Significance of Varsha
Synonyms: Rain, Rainfall, Precipitation, Downpour, Deluge
In Dutch: Varsha; In Finnish: Varsha; In Spanish: Varsha
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Hindu concept of 'Varsha'
In Hinduism, Varsha encompasses vast lands and earthly heavens, divisions of Jambudvipa, and Plakshadvipa, as well as the nurturing rainy season marked by powerful storms, emphasizing the significance of both geography and seasonal cycles.
From: Devi Bhagavata Purana
(1) The names of the seven parts of Kraunca Dvipa, named after the sons of Ghritaprishtha.[1] (2) The divisions of Plakshadvipa created by Idhmajihva for his seven sons, each with its own distinct characteristics.[2]
From: Hayanaratna: The Jewel of Annual Astrology
(1) This term is associated with the year, specifically when calculating the natural periods of the planets within a year.[3] (2) This term refers to a year, where the results of the houses are described in Varshatantra, as per the information provided.[4]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) refers to vast tracts of land, particularly in the context of earthly heavens and their attributes.[5]
The concept of Varsha in local and regional sources
Varsha signifies a year in various contexts, often associated with other time units such as masa and ayana, highlighting its importance in temporal measurements and relationships within traditional calendars.
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) Varsha is a unit of time, which also represents a year, and is used in various contexts, including relationships with other units like masa and ayana.[6]