Samvatta: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Samvatta means something in the history of ancient India, Jainism, Prakrit. 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.
India history and geography
Source: Cologne Digital Sanskrit Dictionaries: Indian Epigraphical GlossarySamvatta.—(IE 8-1), corrupt form of saṃvat. Note: samvatta is defined in the “Indian epigraphical glossary” as it can be found on ancient inscriptions commonly written in Sanskrit, Prakrit or Dravidian languages.
The history of India traces the identification of countries, villages, towns and other regions of India, as well as mythology, zoology, royal dynasties, rulers, tribes, local festivities and traditions and regional languages. Ancient India enjoyed religious freedom and encourages the path of Dharma, a concept common to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.
Languages of India and abroad
Prakrit-English dictionary
Source: DDSA: Paia-sadda-mahannavo; a comprehensive Prakrit Hindi dictionary1) Saṃvaṭṭa (संवट्ट) in the Prakrit language is related to the Sanskrit word: Saṃvarta.
2) Saṃvaṭṭa (संवट्ट) also relates to the Sanskrit word: Saṃvarta.
3) Saṃvatta (संवत्त) also relates to the Sanskrit word: Saṃvarta.
Prakrit is an ancient language closely associated with both Pali and Sanskrit. Jain literature is often composed in this language or sub-dialects, such as the Agamas and their commentaries which are written in Ardhamagadhi and Maharashtri Prakrit. The earliest extant texts can be dated to as early as the 4th century BCE although core portions might be older.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Samvatta Kappa, Samvattaga, Samvattaia, Samvattakappa, Samvattana, Samvattanika, Samvattati, Samvattaya, Samvattaya.
Full-text: Samvarta, Vivatta, Kalpa, Kappa, Samvat, Vivarta.
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The Mahavastu (great story) (by J. J. Jones)
The Great Chronicle of Buddhas (by Ven. Mingun Sayadaw)
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Mahabharata (English) (by Kisari Mohan Ganguli)
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