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Overview of all Purana concepts:
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Disinterestedness refers to: Aparigraha, which means non-attachment or not being possessive... The quality of being free from selfish desires, which allows individuals to rise spiritually.
Disinterestedness refers to: Aparigraha, which means non-attachment or not being possessive... The quality of being free from selfish desires, which allows individuals to rise spiritually.
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Bhashma refers to: Ashes used in spiritual practices that protect against disease and are believed to bring about health and prosperity... Ashes that are to be held with reverence; significant for spiritual purification and practices linked to worship of Shiva.
Bhashma refers to: Ashes used in spiritual practices that protect against disease and are believed to bring about health and prosperity... Ashes that are to be held with reverence; significant for spiritual purification and practices linked to worship of Shiva.
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Virajagni refers to: The best type of secondary ashes, equivalent in glory to those obtained from the Agnihotra Yajna... The sacred fire involved in the Agnihotra Sacrifice, from which the ashes can be obtained for Shirovrata.
Virajagni refers to: The best type of secondary ashes, equivalent in glory to those obtained from the Agnihotra Yajna... The sacred fire involved in the Agnihotra Sacrifice, from which the ashes can be obtained for Shirovrata.
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Kiricakra refers to: The favorite chariot of Dandanatha, located to the North-east of the mansion of Cintamani... The prominent chariot associated with various deities, particularly in the context of their battle against the Danavas.
Kiricakra refers to: The favorite chariot of Dandanatha, located to the North-east of the mansion of Cintamani... The prominent chariot associated with various deities, particularly in the context of their battle against the Danavas.
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Dharmapushkarini refers to: A water reservoir where Mahisha attempted to hide after being attacked by Devi... A sacred lake created by Dharma, where holy baths can lead to the dissolution of sins and eternal benefits.
Dharmapushkarini refers to: A water reservoir where Mahisha attempted to hide after being attacked by Devi... A sacred lake created by Dharma, where holy baths can lead to the dissolution of sins and eternal benefits.
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Devipattana refers to: The city built by Devi, considered excellent among all cities... The location up to which Cakratirtha extends, whose name and merit is questioned by the sages.
Devipattana refers to: The city built by Devi, considered excellent among all cities... The location up to which Cakratirtha extends, whose name and merit is questioned by the sages.
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Ghosthood refers to: The state of being a Preta or a ghost that the souls of the dead can inhabit until properly honored through rituals... The transitional state of a soul after death that requires specific rites like Shraddha for liberation and further progression.
Ghosthood refers to: The state of being a Preta or a ghost that the souls of the dead can inhabit until properly honored through rituals... The transitional state of a soul after death that requires specific rites like Shraddha for liberation and further progression.
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Fell refers to: The speaker is describing a collapse, indicating a loss... Fell giants dwell in Lanka.
Fell refers to: The speaker is describing a collapse, indicating a loss... Fell giants dwell in Lanka.
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Masterless refers to: Referring to individuals who lack protection or guidance, often seeking help... A state of being without a protector or husband, often leading to vulnerability in the context of societal norms.
Masterless refers to: Referring to individuals who lack protection or guidance, often seeking help... A state of being without a protector or husband, often leading to vulnerability in the context of societal norms.
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Jambudwipa refers to: A large territory symbolically representative of Asia, encircled by the salty sea... The fertile land named after the Jam fruit, located at the foot of the Himalayan range where the couple stayed.
Jambudwipa refers to: A large territory symbolically representative of Asia, encircled by the salty sea... The fertile land named after the Jam fruit, located at the foot of the Himalayan range where the couple stayed.
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Maharajah refers to: The title referring to King Dasaratha, who is distressed by the deceit of Kaikeyi... Another title for King Dasaratha, referring to his noble warrior past.
Maharajah refers to: The title referring to King Dasaratha, who is distressed by the deceit of Kaikeyi... Another title for King Dasaratha, referring to his noble warrior past.
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Dalliance refers to: A reference to Shiva’s romantic interactions with Parvati, which enhances his prosperity... A term referring to frivolous relationships or distractions that can lead one away from spiritual purity.
Dalliance refers to: A reference to Shiva’s romantic interactions with Parvati, which enhances his prosperity... A term referring to frivolous relationships or distractions that can lead one away from spiritual purity.
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Regency refers to: Regency refers to the period during which Shri Rama is set to be proclaimed as the ruler of the kingdom... The office or authority of a regent; in this text, it refers to the appointment of Prince Bharata as regent while Rama goes to the forest.
Regency refers to: Regency refers to the period during which Shri Rama is set to be proclaimed as the ruler of the kingdom... The office or authority of a regent; in this text, it refers to the appointment of Prince Bharata as regent while Rama goes to the forest.
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Passionlessness refers to: The state that Avikshita wishes to maintain, which involves rejecting sexual desires and adhering to disciplines of religious life... A state of being free from internal conflicts and desires, which precedes the attainment of knowledge.
Passionlessness refers to: The state that Avikshita wishes to maintain, which involves rejecting sexual desires and adhering to disciplines of religious life... A state of being free from internal conflicts and desires, which precedes the attainment of knowledge.
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Caturmasyavrata refers to: A four-month ritual observance that emphasizes various spiritual disciplines to invoke blessings and purify the soul... The specific sacred vow or observances correlated with the Caturmasya period that hold significance for practitioners seeking spiritual advancement.
Caturmasyavrata refers to: A four-month ritual observance that emphasizes various spiritual disciplines to invoke blessings and purify the soul... The specific sacred vow or observances correlated with the Caturmasya period that hold significance for practitioners seeking spiritual advancement.
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Emancipator refers to: One who liberates or frees another from bondage, suffering, or sin, often used in a spiritual context... One who liberates or delivers family members from the fear of hell, particularly by performing religious acts like giving gifts or conducting sacrifices.
Emancipator refers to: One who liberates or frees another from bondage, suffering, or sin, often used in a spiritual context... One who liberates or delivers family members from the fear of hell, particularly by performing religious acts like giving gifts or conducting sacrifices.
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Svyambhu refers to: A deity to whom Ravana offered sacrifices in exchange for invincibility against certain beings... The divine entity that Ravana has pleased through his austerities, who has granted him mystical boons and protection in battle.
Svyambhu refers to: A deity to whom Ravana offered sacrifices in exchange for invincibility against certain beings... The divine entity that Ravana has pleased through his austerities, who has granted him mystical boons and protection in battle.
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Vanaprasthis refers to: Forest-dwelling individuals who are instructed to apply Tripundra with specific mantras... Individuals in the third stage of life who have specific practices regarding the holy thread.
Vanaprasthis refers to: Forest-dwelling individuals who are instructed to apply Tripundra with specific mantras... Individuals in the third stage of life who have specific practices regarding the holy thread.
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Virgo refers to: Astrological sign referenced as a time for performing rituals with specific celestial alignments... A reference to the astrological sign during which a person should perform daily Shraddha to delight the ancestors.
Virgo refers to: Astrological sign referenced as a time for performing rituals with specific celestial alignments... A reference to the astrological sign during which a person should perform daily Shraddha to delight the ancestors.
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Naleshvara refers to: The deity known as Naleshvara is near the shrine of Carmamunda, and by visiting him, one is liberated from sins... A Linga that was established by Nala and is recognized as an excellent Kshetra.
Naleshvara refers to: The deity known as Naleshvara is near the shrine of Carmamunda, and by visiting him, one is liberated from sins... A Linga that was established by Nala and is recognized as an excellent Kshetra.
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Ungratefulness refers to: A negative trait where one fails to appreciate and reciprocate the kindness of others, leading to social consequences... A lack of gratitude, particularly towards those who have supported or nurtured you, noted as a significant moral failing.
Ungratefulness refers to: A negative trait where one fails to appreciate and reciprocate the kindness of others, leading to social consequences... A lack of gratitude, particularly towards those who have supported or nurtured you, noted as a significant moral failing.
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Vetalavarada refers to: An exceedingly meritorious Tirtha located south of Cakratirtha; its significance is questioned in the text... A highly meritorious Tirtha (sacred water site) that has the power to liberate souls from curses when bathed in.
Vetalavarada refers to: An exceedingly meritorious Tirtha located south of Cakratirtha; its significance is questioned in the text... A highly meritorious Tirtha (sacred water site) that has the power to liberate souls from curses when bathed in.
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Hamsanyasa refers to: A specific form of Nyasa performed by the devotee to stabilize their energies... Nyasa performed as detailed in the Shaivite scriptures focusing on different parts of the body.
Hamsanyasa refers to: A specific form of Nyasa performed by the devotee to stabilize their energies... Nyasa performed as detailed in the Shaivite scriptures focusing on different parts of the body.
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Gandharbhas refers to: Celestial musicians who inhabit the gardens of Manidvipa, representing the divine art and beauty associated with this region... Celestial musicians and beings who serve in the court of the Devas.
Gandharbhas refers to: Celestial musicians who inhabit the gardens of Manidvipa, representing the divine art and beauty associated with this region... Celestial musicians and beings who serve in the court of the Devas.
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Shore refers to: The shore is mentioned as the destination that the Vanar is approaching... Shore is where grass was spread.
Shore refers to: The shore is mentioned as the destination that the Vanar is approaching... Shore is where grass was spread.
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Budheshvara refers to: A location to the west of which the Kapalishvara shrine is stationed, within a distance of seven bows... The name of the Linga that is known for its great efficacy and is associated with the deity Budha (Mercury).
Budheshvara refers to: A location to the west of which the Kapalishvara shrine is stationed, within a distance of seven bows... The name of the Linga that is known for its great efficacy and is associated with the deity Budha (Mercury).
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Harasiddhi refers to: Harasiddhi is described as the bestower of excellent Siddhis and is a goddess who grants fulfilment to Hara, becoming famous in Mahakala (vana)... A goddess of great strength revered for her expertise in mantras and her ability to dispel anguish.
Harasiddhi refers to: Harasiddhi is described as the bestower of excellent Siddhis and is a goddess who grants fulfilment to Hara, becoming famous in Mahakala (vana)... A goddess of great strength revered for her expertise in mantras and her ability to dispel anguish.
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Vyarhiti refers to: A series of names or invocations associated with the Gayatri mantra, enhancing its spiritual significance... The prefixing of the seven great Vyahritis (sacred syllables) to enhance the ritualistic power of the Gayatri mantra.
Vyarhiti refers to: A series of names or invocations associated with the Gayatri mantra, enhancing its spiritual significance... The prefixing of the seven great Vyahritis (sacred syllables) to enhance the ritualistic power of the Gayatri mantra.
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Indradyumneshvara refers to: The Linga that became famous due to the association with King Indradyumna, known for bestowing fame and glory to those who visit it... One of the Lingas, specifically linked to Lord Indradyumna, known for dispelling sins.
Indradyumneshvara refers to: The Linga that became famous due to the association with King Indradyumna, known for bestowing fame and glory to those who visit it... One of the Lingas, specifically linked to Lord Indradyumna, known for dispelling sins.
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Wish refers to: The wish was in her heart and hence the sweet illusion mocked her sense, revealing how her desires influence her perceptions of the world... A wish is what Kaikeyi has, and the king wants to listen to this wish, and the king asks her to speak the wish that weighs on her, and it is what she seeks.
Wish refers to: The wish was in her heart and hence the sweet illusion mocked her sense, revealing how her desires influence her perceptions of the world... A wish is what Kaikeyi has, and the king wants to listen to this wish, and the king asks her to speak the wish that weighs on her, and it is what she seeks.
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Avaishnava refers to: Individuals who lack proper learning of sacred texts, engage in negative arguments, and whose lives are deemed fruitless... Individuals who lack devotion to Vishnu, characterized by immoral qualities and actions.
Avaishnava refers to: Individuals who lack proper learning of sacred texts, engage in negative arguments, and whose lives are deemed fruitless... Individuals who lack devotion to Vishnu, characterized by immoral qualities and actions.
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Puberty refers to: The stage in a young woman's life where she matures physically, marking Savitri's transition into potential marriageability... The stage of life Lopamudra reached, indicating her coming of age.
Puberty refers to: The stage in a young woman's life where she matures physically, marking Savitri's transition into potential marriageability... The stage of life Lopamudra reached, indicating her coming of age.
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Guiltless refers to: Indicates that Rama did not act out of malice in striking down Bali; he was obeying orders... Bali’s assertion of his innocence and victimhood in the conflict, presenting a strong moral argument against Rama.
Guiltless refers to: Indicates that Rama did not act out of malice in striking down Bali; he was obeying orders... Bali’s assertion of his innocence and victimhood in the conflict, presenting a strong moral argument against Rama.
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Cosmotheism refers to: The doctrine that views nature and the universe as an embodiment of the divine... The doctrine that identifies God with the universe, emphasizing the unity of divine and worldly existence.
Cosmotheism refers to: The doctrine that views nature and the universe as an embodiment of the divine... The doctrine that identifies God with the universe, emphasizing the unity of divine and worldly existence.
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Suppuration refers to: The formation or discharge of pus in an infected area, a condition that certain oils help manage... The process of pus formation associated with the progression of an abscess.
Suppuration refers to: The formation or discharge of pus in an infected area, a condition that certain oils help manage... The process of pus formation associated with the progression of an abscess.
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Perturbed refers to: A state of being disturbed or troubled, reflecting Prince Bharata's emotional turmoil... Feeling anxious or unsettled.
Perturbed refers to: A state of being disturbed or troubled, reflecting Prince Bharata's emotional turmoil... Feeling anxious or unsettled.
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Jateshvara refers to: A holy Linga mentioned by Narada that is known to bestow all Siddhis and is destructive of the sin of Brahmana-slaughter... The Lord of Devas and a deity known for absolving sins, worshipped by King Viradhanva in hopes of redemption.
Jateshvara refers to: A holy Linga mentioned by Narada that is known to bestow all Siddhis and is destructive of the sin of Brahmana-slaughter... The Lord of Devas and a deity known for absolving sins, worshipped by King Viradhanva in hopes of redemption.
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Jnanam refers to: The knowledge that the Devi grants, which removes ignorance, as desired by King Suratha... Knowledge that arises from discernment and understanding, necessary for overcoming ignorance.
Jnanam refers to: The knowledge that the Devi grants, which removes ignorance, as desired by King Suratha... Knowledge that arises from discernment and understanding, necessary for overcoming ignorance.
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Vishvamitreshvara refers to: A deity associated with the sage Vishvamitra, under whose divine presence the holy Tirtha is established... A sacred site dedicated to the sage Vishvamitra, where bathing confers spiritual benefits.
Vishvamitreshvara refers to: A deity associated with the sage Vishvamitra, under whose divine presence the holy Tirtha is established... A sacred site dedicated to the sage Vishvamitra, where bathing confers spiritual benefits.
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Blemishless refers to: Describes Madhavi as pure and without fault, prior to being cursed... A quality describing the untainted fidelity of the daughters of Daksha in their marriages.
Blemishless refers to: Describes Madhavi as pure and without fault, prior to being cursed... A quality describing the untainted fidelity of the daughters of Daksha in their marriages.
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Femininity refers to: The quality that Bhishma recalled which influenced his decision not to fight Sikhandin... A characteristic displayed by Sikhandin, which Bhishma chooses to acknowledge by refraining from attacking him, bringing a moral complexity to the battle.
Femininity refers to: The quality that Bhishma recalled which influenced his decision not to fight Sikhandin... A characteristic displayed by Sikhandin, which Bhishma chooses to acknowledge by refraining from attacking him, bringing a moral complexity to the battle.
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Puranist refers to: A scholar well-versed in the Puranas who conducts the discourse... A scholar or practitioner of Puranic texts who enlightens and aids those in ignorance, earning the right to be worshipped.
Puranist refers to: A scholar well-versed in the Puranas who conducts the discourse... A scholar or practitioner of Puranic texts who enlightens and aids those in ignorance, earning the right to be worshipped.
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Errhines refers to: Substances or treatments applied to the nasal cavity to induce sneezing or relieve congestion... Medicinal substances administered via the nose, particularly for respiratory or digestive disorders in horses.
Errhines refers to: Substances or treatments applied to the nasal cavity to induce sneezing or relieve congestion... Medicinal substances administered via the nose, particularly for respiratory or digestive disorders in horses.
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Raktakunda refers to: A hell filled with blood and inhabited by sinners drinking the blood while being tortured... A hell for those who harm preceptors, where the torment involves drinking blood.
Raktakunda refers to: A hell filled with blood and inhabited by sinners drinking the blood while being tortured... A hell for those who harm preceptors, where the torment involves drinking blood.
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Siddhantapradipa refers to: A commentary that elaborates on the philosophical aspects and supremacy of the Bhagavata Purana... A commentary that presents the viewpoint of dualistic-cum-nondualist philosophies regarding the verse in the Bhagavata Purana.
Siddhantapradipa refers to: A commentary that elaborates on the philosophical aspects and supremacy of the Bhagavata Purana... A commentary that presents the viewpoint of dualistic-cum-nondualist philosophies regarding the verse in the Bhagavata Purana.
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Vampire refers to: A person who, due to non-performance of righteous rites, is cursed and becomes a malevolent spirit haunting the living... A malevolent being that torments Duracara, representative of one who has descended into sin due to prior deeds.
Vampire refers to: A person who, due to non-performance of righteous rites, is cursed and becomes a malevolent spirit haunting the living... A malevolent being that torments Duracara, representative of one who has descended into sin due to prior deeds.
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Woodcutter refers to: Laborers responsible for cutting down trees and clearing the path... Laborers who cut wood, included in the multitude accompanying the prince.
Woodcutter refers to: Laborers responsible for cutting down trees and clearing the path... Laborers who cut wood, included in the multitude accompanying the prince.
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Vabhruvahana refers to: The name given to Arjuna's son born to Citrangada, who occupies the throne in the city of Manipura... The ruler of Manipura, mentioned as an important figure to be honored during the sacrifice.
Vabhruvahana refers to: The name given to Arjuna's son born to Citrangada, who occupies the throne in the city of Manipura... The ruler of Manipura, mentioned as an important figure to be honored during the sacrifice.
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Phenomenals refers to: All transient experiences that have no permanent existence or independent reality... The transient, observable aspects of life that are acknowledged as perishable and illusionary.
Phenomenals refers to: All transient experiences that have no permanent existence or independent reality... The transient, observable aspects of life that are acknowledged as perishable and illusionary.
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Damarukeshvara refers to: This fourth deity in Avanti, known as the Lord of the universe, whose visit leads to the destruction of sins and the bestowal of desires... A site named after the Lord who played the Damaru; visiting it grants freedom from ailments and ensures passage to Shivapura upon death.
Damarukeshvara refers to: This fourth deity in Avanti, known as the Lord of the universe, whose visit leads to the destruction of sins and the bestowal of desires... A site named after the Lord who played the Damaru; visiting it grants freedom from ailments and ensures passage to Shivapura upon death.