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Overview of all Purana concepts:
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Kushadvaja refers to: The virtuous and mighty younger brother of King Janaka, residing in the city of Sankamshya... King Janaka's younger brother, to whom Janaka eventually bequeaths the kingdom of Sankasya.
Kushadvaja refers to: The virtuous and mighty younger brother of King Janaka, residing in the city of Sankamshya... King Janaka's younger brother, to whom Janaka eventually bequeaths the kingdom of Sankasya.
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Setumadhava refers to: Vishnu on the Setu, a deity permanently present there to protect the Setu and fulfill the desires of devotees... The divine form or aspect of Lord Vishnu associated with Setu and the pilgrimage rituals.
Setumadhava refers to: Vishnu on the Setu, a deity permanently present there to protect the Setu and fulfill the desires of devotees... The divine form or aspect of Lord Vishnu associated with Setu and the pilgrimage rituals.
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Varuneshvara refers to: An excellent place where the great Lord Varuna became a Siddha... The name of the Linga that was installed by Varuna, known for its great power and associated with the fullness of oceans.
Varuneshvara refers to: An excellent place where the great Lord Varuna became a Siddha... The name of the Linga that was installed by Varuna, known for its great power and associated with the fullness of oceans.
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Hemangi refers to: The name given to Mohini after her rebirth as the daughter of a king, symbolizing her transformation... The queen who recounts her past and expresses her desires to the king.
Hemangi refers to: The name given to Mohini after her rebirth as the daughter of a king, symbolizing her transformation... The queen who recounts her past and expresses her desires to the king.
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Reciter refers to: An individual who chants or recites sacred texts, and is described as being identified with their Soul upon reaching the Supreme region... Individuals who engage in the recitation of sacred texts, which is recognized as a means to attain spiritual rewards.
Reciter refers to: An individual who chants or recites sacred texts, and is described as being identified with their Soul upon reaching the Supreme region... Individuals who engage in the recitation of sacred texts, which is recognized as a means to attain spiritual rewards.
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Shankaraditya refers to: The name given to the presence of the Sun-god at the Tirtha, associated with blessings and prosperity... The deity associated with the shrine; revered as a bestower of desired benefits and Siddhi through devotion.
Shankaraditya refers to: The name given to the presence of the Sun-god at the Tirtha, associated with blessings and prosperity... The deity associated with the shrine; revered as a bestower of desired benefits and Siddhi through devotion.
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Murtyatman refers to: The aspect of the divine that resides within physical idols, through which Shiva is worshipped... The individualized manifestations or forms that receive blessings from Shiva.
Murtyatman refers to: The aspect of the divine that resides within physical idols, through which Shiva is worshipped... The individualized manifestations or forms that receive blessings from Shiva.
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Noumenal refers to: Relating to an ultimate reality or truth that exists beyond human perception and experience... Referring to things as they are in themselves, beyond human perception and understanding.
Noumenal refers to: Relating to an ultimate reality or truth that exists beyond human perception and experience... Referring to things as they are in themselves, beyond human perception and understanding.
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Kraunchadwipa refers to: A peaceful continent depicted in the context of the divine landscapes... A geographical location, specifically a mountain ridge, associated with one of the tragic fates of the Vipaschitas.
Kraunchadwipa refers to: A peaceful continent depicted in the context of the divine landscapes... A geographical location, specifically a mountain ridge, associated with one of the tragic fates of the Vipaschitas.
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Preponderates refers to: When one of the three attributes of the soul is in excess, indicating an imbalance that requires a remedy... Indicates the virtue that outweighs others as the rightful choice in moral dilemmas.
Preponderates refers to: When one of the three attributes of the soul is in excess, indicating an imbalance that requires a remedy... Indicates the virtue that outweighs others as the rightful choice in moral dilemmas.
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Substantiality refers to: The quality of being substantial or real, discussed in the context of how we perceive the world around us... The state of being substantial or real, which the deluded soul misattributes to egoism and the world.
Substantiality refers to: The quality of being substantial or real, discussed in the context of how we perceive the world around us... The state of being substantial or real, which the deluded soul misattributes to egoism and the world.
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Pushpadanteshvara refers to: The name of a Gana of Shankara, known for performing severe penance and for whom the Linga was installed... The name given to the Linga that became well known after the penance of Pushpadanta, signifying its spiritual significance.
Pushpadanteshvara refers to: The name of a Gana of Shankara, known for performing severe penance and for whom the Linga was installed... The name given to the Linga that became well known after the penance of Pushpadanta, signifying its spiritual significance.
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Knowable refers to: A term referring to concepts or beings that can be understood or comprehended, particularly by the wise... Concepts or entities that can be understood, often deluding perception.
Knowable refers to: A term referring to concepts or beings that can be understood or comprehended, particularly by the wise... Concepts or entities that can be understood, often deluding perception.
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Exultation refers to: An expression of joy and victory felt by the monkeys after their triumph over the titans... The feeling of triumphant joy experienced by Bharata’s army as they indulged in the pleasures of the entertainment.
Exultation refers to: An expression of joy and victory felt by the monkeys after their triumph over the titans... The feeling of triumphant joy experienced by Bharata’s army as they indulged in the pleasures of the entertainment.
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Jalpeshvara refers to: The name given to the Linga after King Jalpa's propitiation, symbolizing its sanctity and power to subdue sins... Another deity whose power is to be recounted similar to that of Brahmeshvara.
Jalpeshvara refers to: The name given to the Linga after King Jalpa's propitiation, symbolizing its sanctity and power to subdue sins... Another deity whose power is to be recounted similar to that of Brahmeshvara.
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Unmindfulness refers to: A state of distraction and lack of awareness that leads the mind to lose its grip on desires, compared to a broken necklace that scatters its jewels... A condition wherein the mind is free from attachment to thoughts and objects, leading towards a state of Nirvana or liberation.
Unmindfulness refers to: A state of distraction and lack of awareness that leads the mind to lose its grip on desires, compared to a broken necklace that scatters its jewels... A condition wherein the mind is free from attachment to thoughts and objects, leading towards a state of Nirvana or liberation.
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Unrecognised refers to: The state of being concealed or undetected, which the Pandavas wished to maintain during their thirteenth year... The state that the Pandavas are granted by the Yaksha, allowing them to spend their thirteenth year in secrecy.
Unrecognised refers to: The state of being concealed or undetected, which the Pandavas wished to maintain during their thirteenth year... The state that the Pandavas are granted by the Yaksha, allowing them to spend their thirteenth year in secrecy.
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Candasharman refers to: The central character, a Brahmana who was known for his good qualities and faced a moral crisis due to drunkenness... A Brahmana who was excommunicated for accepting cash and conducting an expiatory rite without consulting others.
Candasharman refers to: The central character, a Brahmana who was known for his good qualities and faced a moral crisis due to drunkenness... A Brahmana who was excommunicated for accepting cash and conducting an expiatory rite without consulting others.
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Dissension refers to: Disagreement or conflict that can be instigated between individuals who harbor animosity... The act of creating discord or division among individuals, particularly as a strategy to weaken an enemy.
Dissension refers to: Disagreement or conflict that can be instigated between individuals who harbor animosity... The act of creating discord or division among individuals, particularly as a strategy to weaken an enemy.
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Ahalyasaras refers to: A lake created by Ahalya filled with the waters of all Tirthas, significant for performing holy ablutions... The important lake where devotees are encouraged to take a bath before worship.
Ahalyasaras refers to: A lake created by Ahalya filled with the waters of all Tirthas, significant for performing holy ablutions... The important lake where devotees are encouraged to take a bath before worship.
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Kaumudavrata refers to: A religious practice described by Fire-god, which involves fasting and worshipping lord Hari, particularly observed during the bright fortnight in ashvayuji or ashvina... A specific vow associated with fasting that includes rituals for worshipping lord Vishnu, believed to bring piety and liberation.
Kaumudavrata refers to: A religious practice described by Fire-god, which involves fasting and worshipping lord Hari, particularly observed during the bright fortnight in ashvayuji or ashvina... A specific vow associated with fasting that includes rituals for worshipping lord Vishnu, believed to bring piety and liberation.
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Dreadful refers to: A characteristic of Ganesha denoting the formidable aspect of his divine form... A characterization of Karali, indicating strength and fearfulness in her essence.
Dreadful refers to: A characteristic of Ganesha denoting the formidable aspect of his divine form... A characterization of Karali, indicating strength and fearfulness in her essence.
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Citraditya refers to: The shrine that is central to the pilgrimage associated with the river Citrapatha... A revered deity associated with the worship that takes place at the Prabhasa Kshetra, central to the rituals performed by the king and queen.
Citraditya refers to: The shrine that is central to the pilgrimage associated with the river Citrapatha... A revered deity associated with the worship that takes place at the Prabhasa Kshetra, central to the rituals performed by the king and queen.
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Chedani refers to: A goddess known for her ability to break and remove obstacles... A Goddess associated with cutting or removing obstacles to be worshipped.
Chedani refers to: A goddess known for her ability to break and remove obstacles... A Goddess associated with cutting or removing obstacles to be worshipped.
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Phatkari refers to: One of the nine goddesses of energy, embodying certain transformative attributes... A deity to be honored during the worship, representing an aspect of divine energy.
Phatkari refers to: One of the nine goddesses of energy, embodying certain transformative attributes... A deity to be honored during the worship, representing an aspect of divine energy.
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Sternutatory refers to: A form of remedy mentioned in the text, which involves substances that induce sneezing to remove poison... A remedy or treatment that induces sneezing, used for addressing various ailments in elephants.
Sternutatory refers to: A form of remedy mentioned in the text, which involves substances that induce sneezing to remove poison... A remedy or treatment that induces sneezing, used for addressing various ailments in elephants.
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Markandeyeshvara refers to: Another deity mentioned at the end of the text, whose power is to be compared to that of Indreshvara... A Linga associated with the sage Markandeya who performed great penance.
Markandeyeshvara refers to: Another deity mentioned at the end of the text, whose power is to be compared to that of Indreshvara... A Linga associated with the sage Markandeya who performed great penance.
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Metaphorical refers to: Related to the use of language that metaphorically expresses a concept, such as existence in contexts... Referring to expressions where a word's function diverges from its primary meaning to express an alternative sense.
Metaphorical refers to: Related to the use of language that metaphorically expresses a concept, such as existence in contexts... Referring to expressions where a word's function diverges from its primary meaning to express an alternative sense.
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Akrureshvara refers to: The name given to the Linga that signifies 'free from cruelty,' associated with the transformation of Bhringiriti... A holy site formerly adored by Brahma where one can worship the deity to attain Rudraloka.
Akrureshvara refers to: The name given to the Linga that signifies 'free from cruelty,' associated with the transformation of Bhringiriti... A holy site formerly adored by Brahma where one can worship the deity to attain Rudraloka.
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Agnisthoma refers to: One of the seven sacrifices undertaken by Meghanada, recognized for its complexity and importance... One of the Vedic sacrifices performed by Rama, showcasing his dedication to performing rituals in honor of the divine.
Agnisthoma refers to: One of the seven sacrifices undertaken by Meghanada, recognized for its complexity and importance... One of the Vedic sacrifices performed by Rama, showcasing his dedication to performing rituals in honor of the divine.
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Eldest refers to: This refers to the one who should receive the treasure from the troubled ocean... This refers to the individual who is first born and is considered the rightful ruler.
Eldest refers to: This refers to the one who should receive the treasure from the troubled ocean... This refers to the individual who is first born and is considered the rightful ruler.
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Truthfully refers to: The request for honest answers from the ascetic regarding his origins and the purpose of his penance... Indicates Kabandha's intent to share the truth about his existence and transformation after losing his arms.
Truthfully refers to: The request for honest answers from the ascetic regarding his origins and the purpose of his penance... Indicates Kabandha's intent to share the truth about his existence and transformation after losing his arms.
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Enthronement refers to: The ceremony of crowning Rama as king, which Bharata urges him to accept... The formal process of placing Rama on the throne, accompanied by various rituals and celebrations.
Enthronement refers to: The ceremony of crowning Rama as king, which Bharata urges him to accept... The formal process of placing Rama on the throne, accompanied by various rituals and celebrations.
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Mahaveshya refers to: Women who are addicted to more than five people and are considered unfit to be touched by all classes... The highest category of unchaste women who have relationships with more than nine partners, deemed unfit for touch by all classes.
Mahaveshya refers to: Women who are addicted to more than five people and are considered unfit to be touched by all classes... The highest category of unchaste women who have relationships with more than nine partners, deemed unfit for touch by all classes.
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Plenty refers to: (Terms bhuyishtham, puruha, and puru) denote abundance or a large quantity of something... The word spharam is used to signify abundance or a large quantity.
Plenty refers to: (Terms bhuyishtham, puruha, and puru) denote abundance or a large quantity of something... The word spharam is used to signify abundance or a large quantity.
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Increase refers to: (The word sphati) refers to growth or expansion... The quality of the noun vriddhi.
Increase refers to: (The word sphati) refers to growth or expansion... The quality of the noun vriddhi.
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Udbhavamudra refers to: A hand gesture that indicates generation or creation, often utilized in spiritual practices... A hand gesture used to denote generation or creation within the spiritual context.
Udbhavamudra refers to: A hand gesture that indicates generation or creation, often utilized in spiritual practices... A hand gesture used to denote generation or creation within the spiritual context.
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Rahucakra refers to: A chakra where one should write squares above and below; it prescribes the movements of Rahu during full and new moon days... A conceptual framework illustrating directional movements and their implications for auspicious journeys.
Rahucakra refers to: A chakra where one should write squares above and below; it prescribes the movements of Rahu during full and new moon days... A conceptual framework illustrating directional movements and their implications for auspicious journeys.
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Direction refers to: Indicated by the number 10, possibly related to the proper use of herbs... A course along which something moves or points.
Direction refers to: Indicated by the number 10, possibly related to the proper use of herbs... A course along which something moves or points.
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Panegyric refers to: A form of eloquent praise or accolades synonymous with Stuti... Songs of praise associated with the duties of magadhas, indicating an artistic contribution to culture.
Panegyric refers to: A form of eloquent praise or accolades synonymous with Stuti... Songs of praise associated with the duties of magadhas, indicating an artistic contribution to culture.
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Deed refers to: Deeds are mentioned as being undertaken by the Vanar, and as being blameless... The deed is the action that folly planned and that the fowler performed, which was to slay the curlew, causing the hermit's grief.
Deed refers to: Deeds are mentioned as being undertaken by the Vanar, and as being blameless... The deed is the action that folly planned and that the fowler performed, which was to slay the curlew, causing the hermit's grief.
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Brilliant refers to: Describes the state of the devotee after completing the rituals and achieving a rebirth on earth... Referring to the luminosity and radiance associated with divine manifestations.
Brilliant refers to: Describes the state of the devotee after completing the rituals and achieving a rebirth on earth... Referring to the luminosity and radiance associated with divine manifestations.
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Lalitambika refers to: The holy goddess described in radiance, said to be the ultimate reality beyond verbal expression... Another name for the goddess, emphasizing her nurturing and loving aspects.
Lalitambika refers to: The holy goddess described in radiance, said to be the ultimate reality beyond verbal expression... Another name for the goddess, emphasizing her nurturing and loving aspects.
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Kapikachchhuka refers to: Kapikachchuka is the name for Mucuna Pruriens, referenced multiple times in the text... A medicinal herb noted for its healing properties, included in the formulations discussed.
Kapikachchhuka refers to: Kapikachchuka is the name for Mucuna Pruriens, referenced multiple times in the text... A medicinal herb noted for its healing properties, included in the formulations discussed.
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Scrofula refers to: A type of tuberculosis characterized by swelling of the lymph nodes, treated by specific oils... A historical term for a type of tuberculosis affecting the lymph nodes, often treated with specific herbal remedies.
Scrofula refers to: A type of tuberculosis characterized by swelling of the lymph nodes, treated by specific oils... A historical term for a type of tuberculosis affecting the lymph nodes, often treated with specific herbal remedies.
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Sesha refers to: Referred to as the presiding star of the sun, significant in the context of serpent bite fate... A divine serpent associated with protection and preservation, mentioned in the worship of deities.
Sesha refers to: Referred to as the presiding star of the sun, significant in the context of serpent bite fate... A divine serpent associated with protection and preservation, mentioned in the worship of deities.
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Energism refers to: The principle of actively engaging in one's duties while remaining unattached, a key message emphasized in the Gita... The idea promoted in the Bhagavadgita that emphasizes active engagement in the world as a path to spiritual liberation.
Energism refers to: The principle of actively engaging in one's duties while remaining unattached, a key message emphasized in the Gita... The idea promoted in the Bhagavadgita that emphasizes active engagement in the world as a path to spiritual liberation.
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Uncleanness refers to: A state of impurity associated with events such as death or childbirth, varying in duration based on caste and circumstances... A state of ritual impurity caused by birth or death events within a family.
Uncleanness refers to: A state of impurity associated with events such as death or childbirth, varying in duration based on caste and circumstances... A state of ritual impurity caused by birth or death events within a family.
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Chandrayanam refers to: A specific form of penance practiced to regain purity after certain transgressions, notably involving lunar phases... A type of penance involving specific dietary regimens for spiritual discipline and body purification.
Chandrayanam refers to: A specific form of penance practiced to regain purity after certain transgressions, notably involving lunar phases... A type of penance involving specific dietary regimens for spiritual discipline and body purification.
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Shrikamakshi refers to: The physical form of the deity that is worshipped within the context of the initiation rituals... Another name for the goddess Mahatripurasundari, highlighting her auspicious and divine nature.
Shrikamakshi refers to: The physical form of the deity that is worshipped within the context of the initiation rituals... Another name for the goddess Mahatripurasundari, highlighting her auspicious and divine nature.