Annasi, Annāsi: 1 definition
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Annasi means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
In Hinduism
Shilpashastra (iconography)
Source: Shodhganga: The significance of the mūla-beras (śilpa)Annāsi (“pineapple”) refers to one of the several “attributes” (āyudha) or “accessories” of a detiy commonly seen depicted in Hindu iconography, defined according to texts dealing with śilpa (arts and crafs), known as śilpaśāstras.—The śilpa texts have classified the various accessories under the broad heading of āyudha or karuvi (implement), including even flowers, animals, and musical instruments. The fruits found in connection with the deities or held in the hands of the deities are, for example, Annāsi.
Shilpashastra (शिल्पशास्त्र, śilpaśāstra) represents the ancient Indian science (shastra) of creative arts (shilpa) such as sculpture, iconography and painting. Closely related to Vastushastra (architecture), they often share the same literature.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Annaci, Annacirattam, Annasi pazham, Annasiddhi, Annasippalam, Annasita.
Ends with: Annaci, Hannasi, Pannaci, Pannasi, Samnasi.
Full-text: Annasi pazham, Anaci, Parankittalai, Puntalai, Natcattirakantaki, Annata Kondanna.
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Search found 2 books and stories containing Annasi, Annāsi; (plurals include: Annasis, Annāsis). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
The Dawn of the Dhamma (by Sucitto Bhikkhu)
Chapter 25 - The One Who Knows < [The Sutta]
The Great Chronicle of Buddhas (by Ven. Mingun Sayadaw)
Biography (9): Mantāṇiputta Puṇṇa Mahāthera < [Chapter 43 - Forty-one Arahat-Mahatheras and their Respective Etadagga titles]