Maharshisamgha, Maharshi-samgha, Maharṣisaṃgha, Maharṣisaṅgha, Maharshi-sangha, Maharshisangha: 1 definition

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Maharshisamgha 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.

The Sanskrit terms Maharṣisaṃgha and Maharṣisaṅgha can be transliterated into English as Maharsisamgha or Maharshisamgha or Maharsisangha or Maharshisangha, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).

In Hinduism

Purana and Itihasa (epic history)

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Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English Translation

Maharṣisaṃgha (महर्षिसंघ) refers to the “group of great sages”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.3.41 (“Description of the Altar-Structure”).—Accordingly, as mount Himavat (Himācala) said to Nārada: “[...] Showing kindness to me you take your food and rest for a while. Then gladly accompany Maināka and others to Śiva’s presence. Accompanied by these mountains you request Śiva along with the gods, and the great sages (maharṣisaṃgha), Śiva whose sproutlike feet are worshipped by gods and demons. Bring them here”.

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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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