Devakundam, Devakuṇḍam: 1 definition
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Devakundam 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: Puranic Encyclopedia1) Devakuṇḍam (देवकुण्डम्).—(devahradam) A sacred place. A dip in the holy waters there is productive of results equal to that of an Aśvamedha yajña. (Vana Parva, Chapter 85, Verse 20).
2) Devakuṇḍam (देवकुण्डम्).—A particular part of Kṛṣṇaveṇā river. It is known as Jātismaraṇa hradam also. A bath in the holy waters here will evoke memories of previous life. (Vana Parva, Chapter 85, Verse 37).
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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