Anaranyacarita, Anaraṇyacarita, Anaranya-carita: 1 definition
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Anaranyacarita 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.
Alternative spellings of this word include Anaranyacharita.
In Hinduism
Purana and Itihasa (epic history)
Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English TranslationAnaraṇyacarita (अनरण्यचरित) or Anaraṇyacaritra refers to the “auspicious story of Anaraṇya”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.3.34 (“The Story of Anaraṇya”).—Accordingly, as Vasiṣṭha said to Himavat (Himācala): “[...] Thus, O mountain, I have narrated to you the auspicious story of Anaraṇya [e.g., anaraṇyacarita], how he saved his race and his wealth by offering his daughter to the sage. O king of mountains, you too, give your daughter to Śiva, save the entire family and keep even the gods under your control”.
The Purana (पुराण, 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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Partial matches: Carita, Anaranya.
Full-text: Anaranyacaritra.
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