Rudradina, Rudra-dina: 1 definition
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Rudradina 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 TranslationRudradina (रुद्रदिन) refers to “one day of Rudra”, corresponding to one year of Viṣṇu, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.1.10, while explaining the span of life of the deities (Brahmā, Viṣṇu and Hara):—“[...] one year of Viṣṇu constitutes one day of Rudra [viz., rudradina]. When a hundred year period passes, Rudra assumes the form of Nara (supreme Man). He stays like that as long as the breath is retained by Sadāśiva. When He exhales he merges into Śakti”.
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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