Significance of Seven times
Synonyms: Sevenfold, Seven-fold, Seven instances
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Hindu concept of 'Seven times'
In Hinduism, "seven times" signifies the importance of repetition in various rituals, symbolizing thoroughness and dedication, impacting processes like purification, medicinal preparation, and marital customs, emphasizing commitment and spiritual significance.
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 4: Iatrochemistry
(1) Indicates the number of times the powders are to be subjected to bhavana, emphasizing thorough preparation.[1] (2) Refers to the number of repetitions for the rubbing, heating, and bhavana processes.[2] (3) The number of times the mixture is subjected to bhavana during preparation.[3] (4) The specific number of cycles that the ingredients must undergo the bhavana process, emphasizing thorough mixing and infusion.[4] (5) The specified frequency with which the bhavana process is performed for optimal efficacy.[5]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 2: Minerals (uparasa)
(1) Refers to the repetitive nature of the purification processes, particularly in the context of bhavana.[6] (2) The specified number of times that both the coating and heating processes are to be executed to achieve the final silver result.[7] (3) The number of times mica is to be heated and immersed during its purification process.[8] (4) The specific number of repetitions in the bhavana technique needed for the purification of Manas-shila.[9] (5) The number of times Kharpara is heated during its purification.[10]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 3: Metals, Gems and other substances
(1) The specific number of times the juice of ghosha or a mixture of juices is applied to lead and tin for effective purification.[11] (2) The number of immersions required for optimal purification of leaves of gold in the specified liquids.[12] (3) The specified number of times that Rajavarta must be subjected to heat during the incineration process.[13]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 1: Initiation, Mercury and Laboratory
(1) A specific numerical guideline dictating the number of iterations for various purification processes to ensure thoroughness.[14]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) A specific number indicating the repetitive nature of the circumambulation performed by the bride.[15] (2) The specific number of times Lakshmi was carried around Nimai, which may symbolize completeness and dedication in the ritual.[16]
From: Tiruvaymoli (Thiruvaimozhi): English translation
(1) The significant repetition of the pronoun 'He' in the original text, indicating the Supreme Lord's omnipresence.[17]
From: Chaitanya Mangala
(1) A ritualistic act performed in marriage customs, denoting commitment and devotion.[18]
From: Markandeya Purana
(1) The brahman executes the sacrifice multiple times to ensure that the king's wife develops affection towards him.[19]