Rudraketu: 1 definition
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Rudraketu 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.
In Hinduism
Purana and Itihasa (epic history)
Source: archive.org: Puranic EncyclopediaRudraketu (रुद्रकेतु).—An asura. Two sons named Devāntaka and Narāntaka were born to this asura by his wife Śāradā. The hermit Nārada was greatly pleased at the valour of these two sons, and taught them "Pañcākṣarīmahāvidyā." Devāntaka and Narāntaka, who became haughty and arrogant by their prowess were killed by Gaṇapati. (Gaṇeśa Purāṇa, Kriyā Kāṇḍa 2).
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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