Significance of White one
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Hindu concept of 'White one'
In Hinduism, "White one" signifies a lesser essence, a protective deity invoked in rituals, and the virtuous Shvetas born from Brahma, illustrating its multifaceted roles in ritual and spiritual contexts.
From: Hiranyakesi-grihya-sutra
(1) Refers to a specific deity or spirit invoked during the sprinkling ritual to protect the home.[1]
From: Asvalayana-grihya-sutra
(1) A deity referenced in the texts, associated with protection and security.[2]
From: Sankhayana-grihya-sutra
(1) An entity or figure referred to as 'the white one,' possibly symbolizing purity or divinity.[3]
From: Vakyapadiya of Bhartrihari
(1) A descriptive term used here to illustrate that the word 'gauh' does not indicate a specific color of the cow, resembling the ambiguity found in 'citraguh'.[4] (2) An example used to illustrate how a quality, like color, connects with an action in certain contexts.[5]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 2: Minerals (uparasa)
(1) The second variety, considered inferior to the first, having very little essence.[6]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 3: Metals, Gems and other substances
(1) The white variety of Vaikranta that is useful in the process of manufacturing silver.[7]
From: Linga Purana
(1) Refers to the Shvetas born from Brahma, named Sunanda, Nandana, Vishvananda, and Upanandana, who are notable for their virtue.[8]
From: Brahma Sutras (Ramanuja)
(1) Refers specifically to the colour of water within the context of discussing the colours attributed to the elements.[9]