Bhinnagatra, Bhinnagātra, Bhinna-gatra: 2 definitions
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Bhinnagatra 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.
In Hinduism
Purana and Itihasa (epic history)
Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English TranslationBhinnagātra (भिन्नगात्र) refers to “renting and splitting the body (with weapons and missiles)”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.4.8 (“The battle between the gods and Asuras”).—Accordingly, as Vīrabhadra said to Nārada: “[...] Those whose bodies are rent and split (bhinnagātra) with weapons and missiles, but who still fight fearlessly shall be praised here and hereafter. They derive wonderful happiness. Let Viṣṇu and other gods listen to my words—I shall make the earth freed of Tāraka today even without bringing my master here. Saying thus and taking up his trident, Vīrabhadra mentally meditated on Śiva and fought with Tāraka, accompanied by Pramathas. [...]”.
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: Gatra, Bhinna.
Full-text: Bhinnagatrika, Bhinna.
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