Significance of Brother's wife
Synonyms: Sister-in-law, Husband's sister
In Dutch: De vrouw van mijn broer; In Finnish: Veljen vaimo; In Spanish: La esposa del hermano; In German: Frau des Bruders
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Hindu concept of 'Brother's wife'
From: Markandeya Purana
(1) The spouse of one's brother, whose scorn or injury causes significant repercussions in the afterlife.[1]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Shastri)
(1) The text describes the spouse of one's brother, emphasizing a familial relationship and the associated social implications.[2]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The brother’s wife is the woman that the didhishupati has intercourse with and the verse discusses the implications of this action.[3] (2) A familial relationship referenced in criticism of the practice concerning sexual relations that are deemed fit only for beasts.[4] (3) The wife of one’s brother; should be saluted by clasping the feet daily if she belongs to the same caste as her husband.[5]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) A familial relation indicating the spouse of Shrivasa Pandita's brother.[6] (2) Refers to Shrivasa Pandita's family members who participated in the act of devotion.[7]
Jain concept of 'Brother's wife'
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) The role Rajimati is perceived to fulfill, as suggested by Rathanemi's actions and comments.[8]
The concept of Brother's wife in local and regional sources
From: Bhaktavijaya: Stories of Indian Saints
(1) The spouse of the protagonist's brother, representing familial connections and support.[9]