Significance of Tenth month
The keyphrase "Tenth month" signifies important moments in various narratives. In Purana, it marks the nearing birth of Devaki's eighth child, the culmination of Trailokyasundari's pregnancy, and Sita's urgency due to Ravana's threats. In Kavya literature, the Tenth month highlights queen Satyavati's late-stage pregnancy as she readies for childbirth. This concept encapsulates critical turning points that revolve around the anticipation and challenges of motherhood.
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Hindu concept of 'Tenth month'
In Hinduism, the "Tenth month" symbolizes significant stages in pregnancy and childbirth: Satyavati’s preparations, Trailokyasundari's fulfillment, Sita's urgency due to Ravana, and Devaki's anticipation of her eighth child's birth.
From: Devi Bhagavata Purana
(1) The period when the eighth child of Devaki was about to be born.[1]
From: Skanda Purana
(1) The timeframe in which Trailokyasundari gave birth to her son, indicating completion of the pregnancy.[2]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki
(1) The time constraint Sita faces, indicating that she has limited time left due to Ravana's malice.[3]
From: Bhishma Charitra
(1) The advanced stage of queen Satyavati's pregnancy when she prepares for childbirth.[4]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) An alternative time frame mentioned in the verse referring to the possible period of gestation before birth.[5]