Bhuminjaya, Bhūmiñjaya: 2 definitions

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Bhuminjaya 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)

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Source: archive.org: Puranic Encyclopedia

Bhūmiñjaya (भूमिञ्जय).—A warrior who fought on the side of the Kauravas. He took his position in the centre of the "Garuḍa Vyūha" (Name of a phalanx) formed by Droṇa. (Mahābhārata Droṇa Parva, Chapter 20, Verse 13).

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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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General definition (in Hinduism)

[«previous next»] — Bhuminjaya in Hinduism glossary
Source: WikiPedia: Hinduism

Bhuminjaya (भुमिंजय): Another name of prince Uttara son of Virata who had proceeded to fight the Kaurava armies, with Brihannala as his charioteer.

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