Dehasaukhya, Deha-saukhya: 1 definition
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Dehasaukhya 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.
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Purana and Itihasa (epic history)
Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English TranslationDehasaukhya (देहसौख्य) refers to “that which brings happiness to the body”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.5.5 (“The Tripuras are fascinated).—Accordingly, as Sanatkumāra narrated to Vyāsa: “Narrating his opinions to the leader of the Tripuras, the ascetic addressed the citizens with great zeal. He referred to things which gave credence, being visible, which brought happiness to the body (dehasaukhya), which are indicated in Buddhistic theology and which are consistent with the Vedic passages”.
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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