Langhitum, Laṅghitum: 1 definition
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Langhitum 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 TranslationLaṅghitum (लङ्घितुम्) refers to “crossing (the earth)”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.4.19 (“Gaṇapati’s marriage”).—Accordingly, after Śiva and Pārvatī spoke to their sons: “On hearing their words, the powerful Kumāra started immediately from the fixed point in order to go round the earth. Gaṇeśa of excellent intellect stood there itself after pondering in his mind frequently with his keen intellect. ‘What shall be done? Where am I to go? I cannot cross (laṅghitum) the earth. At best it may be possible to go a Krośa. I cannot go beyond it. What avails that happiness which is achieved after going round the earth?’ Please listen to what Gaṇeśa did after thinking thus. He performed the ceremonial ablution and returned, home. He then spoke to his father and mother”.
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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