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Shobhadhya, Shobha-adhya, ŚDzḍhⲹ: 1 definition

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Shobhadhya means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.

The Sanskrit term ŚDzḍhⲹ can be transliterated into English as Sobhadhya or Shobhadhya, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).

In Hinduism

Purana and Itihasa (epic history)

[«𱹾dzܲ Ա»] � Shobhadhya in Purana glossary
: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English Translation

ŚDzḍhⲹ (शोभाढ्�) refers to “one who is highly refulgent� [?], according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.3.37 (“The letter of betrothal is dispatched�).—Accordingly, as Himavat prepared the wedding of Menā and Śiva: “[...] Then he began collecting foodstuffs and other requisite articles intended for the performance of the marriage. [...] In order to increase the devotion to Śiva I shall explain in brief. Mandara, the chief mountain in heaven came to Himavat in a divine form. He was highly refulgent (śDzḍhⲹ). He was accompanied by his wife and children. His company shone brilliantly. He had brought with him many gems and jewels. [...]�.

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The Purana (पुरा�, purāṇas) refers to Sanskrit literature preserving ancient India’s vast cultural history, including historical legends, religious ceremonies, various arts and sciences. The eighteen mahapuranas total over 400,000 shlokas (metrical couplets) and date to at least several centuries BCE.

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