Vidhinamabhaj, Vidhināmabhāj, Vidhinama-bhaj: 1 definition
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Vidhinamabhaj 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: Shiva Purana - English TranslationVidhināmabhāj (विधिनामभाज्) refers to “one who assumes the name Brahma” (with the Rajas attribute), according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.5.13 (“Resuscitation of Indra”).—Accordingly, as Bṛhaspati eulogized Śiva: “[...] With the Rajas attribute you alone create the worlds assuming the name Brahma (vidhināmabhāj). You are identical with Viṣṇu in Sattva attribute and you protect the entire universe. With the Tamas attribute you assume the form of Śiva, O great God and you alone devour the universe composed of five elements. With the strength of meditating on you, O creator of the universe, the sun blazes, the moon exudes nectar and the wind blows. [...]”.
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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Partial matches: Bhaj, Bhak, Vidhinama.
Full-text: Vidhinama.
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