Significance of Mrityu
Synonyms: Death, Demise, Passing, Expiration, End, Fatality, Perish, Loss of life, Decease
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Hindu concept of 'Mrityu'
In Hinduism, Mrityu symbolizes death and is associated with Yama, the god of death, embodying mortality's inevitability. It encompasses various interpretations, such as the transition of life, moral governance, and health implications, highlighting life's impermanence.
From: Gautami Mahatmya
(1) He is the grandfather of the pigeon named Anuhrada, who propitiated Yama and Mrityu.[1] (2) Refers to the god of Death, who is often represented by Yama, tasked with taking souls after death.[2]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) Mrityu represents death, which can be conquered by a householder through the practice of virtue, as illustrated in the ancient history narrated by Bhishma.[3] (2) It is another word for death, symbolized by mineness.[4]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Shastri)
(1) The personification of death, also referred to as the destroyer of the Triple World, who appears with weapons in hand.[5]
From: Vishnu Purana
(1) Death, the destroyer of living creatures, the son of Bhaya (fear) and Maya (deceit).[6]
From: Devi Bhagavata Purana
(1) He was engaged in a fight with Bhayamkar.[7]
From: Nilamata Purana
(1) Seven kand-fulls of water should be offered in the name of this deity, one for each name.[8]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) Mrityu, signifying death, is one of the states Krishna brings His enemies to, ultimately granting them apavarga, or liberation.[9] (2) Mrityu signifies death, embodying the end of life and the transition to another state of being.[10]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) The final rites performed at death, mentioned in context with the liberating potential of residing in Mathura.[11]
From: Bhajana-Rahasya
(1) Death, or a prolonged state of unconsciousness, feeling as if life has been drained away due to separation.[12]
From: Tiruvaymoli (Thiruvaimozhi): English translation
(1) The deity of death in Hindu philosophy, symbolizing the inevitability of death and the cyclical nature of life.[13]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) Mrityu represents death, a significant event revealed to Kamsa, foreshadowing the conclusion of his life.[14]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) This is a state, which is cessation of life, and it is dependent on sleep, as mentioned in the context of Nidra, according to the text.[15] (2) This is a term that signifies the end of life or the state of death, often discussed in the context of health and well-being.[16] (3) This term refers to death, which can be caused by Viruddh Aahar.[17]
From: International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
(1) Aacharya charaka said that jara and mrtyu are mentioned as swabhavik kaalaj roga that are mandentory to come.[18] (2) It is a severe condition, and its management involves sharpunkha or devdali or kakmachi or patolbeej.[19] (3) This term refers to death, which, along with Jara (aging), is caused by Kala Parinama (time factor), as stated by Acharya Charaka, highlighting the role of time in the life cycle.[20]
From: Thirty minor Upanishads
(1) It is split open after splitting open akshara, avyakta, mahat, bhutadi, manas, akash, vayu, tejas, apas, prithivi, the skull of the head, and the sheaths, and becomes one with the supreme God.[21] (2) This is the spiritual entity linked to the anus and the excreta, as explained within the provided context.[22] (3) This entity, representing time or death, preceded the bhutas and was characterized by specific features, including its composition of three letters, three heads, and three feet.[23] (4) The concept of death which ultimately becomes one with the great Lord.[24]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) A word that refers to the five koshas and implies that the five sheaths alone are non-being, thus, the jiva who identifies himself with the sheaths is non-being or non-existent.[25]