Aropya, Āropya: 8 definitions
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Aropya 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
Natyashastra (theatrics and dramaturgy)
Source: Wisdom Library: Nāṭya-śāstraĀropya (आरोप्य) refers to “ornaments that are to be put round” and represents a classification of ornaments (ābharaṇa), according to Nāṭyaśāstra chapter 23. Ābharaṇa represents one of the four types of alaṃkāra, or “decorations”, which in turn is a category of nepathya, or “costumes and make-up”, the perfection of which forms the main concern of the Āhāryābhinaya, or “extraneous representation”, a critical component for a successful dramatic play.
According to the Nāṭyaśāstra, “those ornaments to be put round (āropya) are the golden neck-chain (hema-sūtra) and necklaces (hāra) of different kinds”.
Natyashastra (नाट्यशास्त्र, nāṭyaśāstra) refers to both the ancient Indian tradition (shastra) of performing arts, (natya—theatrics, drama, dance, music), as well as the name of a Sanskrit work dealing with these subjects. It also teaches the rules for composing Dramatic plays (nataka), construction and performance of Theater, and Poetic works (kavya).
Shaivism (Shaiva philosophy)
Source: Brill: Śaivism and the Tantric TraditionsĀropya (आरोप्य) refers to “having lifted up”, according to the Jñānaratnāvalī, (p. 268).—Accordingly, “Having purified the śivadharmī, he should join him with the highest cosmic level, and after having performed his post-initiatory obligations liberation will come about at death. Having lifted up (āropya) the lokadharmī to the desired [level] of the presiding deity, he should bring about the qualities of this [deity in the candidate] or [unite him] in Śiva, for those who desire liberation”
Shaiva (शैव, śaiva) or Shaivism (śaivism) represents a tradition of Hinduism worshiping Shiva as the supreme being. Closely related to Shaktism, Shaiva literature includes a range of scriptures, including Tantras, while the root of this tradition may be traced back to the ancient Vedas.
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Source: Brill: Śaivism and the Tantric Traditions (shaktism)Āropya (आरोप्य) refers to the “raising (of one’s bow)”, according to Sāhib Kaul’s Śārikāstrotra.—Accordingly, “[...] My devotion to you nourishes me every day, as the rise of the full moon always nourishes the ocean. On account of the true affluence of victorious devotion to you I even ignore the excellent Lakṣmī. The whole world consists of you, Goddess of Gods! Your body is consciousness, you are alone and perfectly established. Nowhere is there ignorance. Thus, where do we see the son of a barren woman run and raise (āropya) his bow? [...]”.
Shakta (शाक्त, śākta) or Shaktism (śāktism) represents a tradition of Hinduism where the Goddess (Devi) is revered and worshipped. Shakta literature includes a range of scriptures, including various Agamas and Tantras, although its roots may be traced back to the Vedas.
Purana and Itihasa (epic history)
Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English TranslationĀropya (आरोप्य) refers to “placing someone (one the lap)” , according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.4.5 (“Kārttikeya is crowned”).—Accordingly, after the Kṛttikās spoke to Kārttikeya: “[...] The Nīrājana rite was performed by the delighted gods in the company of their wives. The sages adored Kumāra with the Vedic chants, the musicians by singing songs, and others by playing upon musical instruments. Placing (āropya) Kumāra shining with brilliant lustre on his lap Pārvatī shone with glory as the greatest among women who carried sons. [...]”.
The Purana (पुराण, purāṇas) refers to Sanskrit literature preserving ancient India’s vast cultural history, including historical legends, religious ceremonies, various arts and sciences. The eighteen mahapuranas total over 400,000 shlokas (metrical couplets) and date to at least several centuries BCE.
Languages of India and abroad
Sanskrit dictionary
Source: Cologne Digital Sanskrit Dictionaries: Cappeller Sanskrit-English DictionaryĀropya (आरोप्य).—[adjective] to be placed upon; to be strung; being substituted or identified.
Source: Cologne Digital Sanskrit Dictionaries: Monier-Williams Sanskrit-English Dictionary1) Āropya (आरोप्य):—[=ā-ropya] [from ā-ruh] 1. ā-ropya mfn. to be placed or fixed in or on
2) [v.s. ...] to be planted, [Varāha-mihira’s Bṛhat-saṃhitā]
3) [v.s. ...] to be strung (as a bow), [Harivaṃśa]
4) [v.s. ...] to be attributed, interposed, supplied, [Sarvadarśana-saṃgraha]
5) [v.s. ...] 2. ā-ropya [indeclinable participle] having made to ascend or mount etc.
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Sanskrit, also spelled संस्कृतम् (saṃskṛtam), is an ancient language of India commonly seen as the grandmother of the Indo-European language family (even English!). Closely allied with Prakrit and Pali, Sanskrit is more exhaustive in both grammar and terms and has the most extensive collection of literature in the world, greatly surpassing its sister-languages Greek and Latin.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Aropyamana.
Ends with: Avaropya, Mahilaropya, Mihilaropya, Pramadaropya, Saropya.
Full-text: Abharana, Karini, Cakrabhrama, Cakrabhrami, Brahmarandhra, Hara, Bhuvanakartri, Hemasutra, Tala, Tvashtri, Pattra, Varanga.
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Garga Samhita (English) (by Danavir Goswami)
Verse 6.3.6 < [Chapter 3 - Lord Balarāma’s Wedding]
Verses 6.4.35-37 < [Chapter 4 - Journey to the City of Kuṇḍina]
Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu (by Śrīla Rūpa Gosvāmī)
Verse 3.4.50 < [Part 4 - Parenthood (vātsalya-rasa)]
Verse 3.4.74 < [Part 4 - Parenthood (vātsalya-rasa)]
The Tattvasangraha [with commentary] (by Ganganatha Jha)
Verse 263 < [Chapter 7 - Doctrine of the Self (ātman, ‘soul’)]
Cosmetics, Costumes and Ornaments in Ancient India (by Remadevi. O.)
2. Different Types of Ornaments (Introduction) < [Chapter 3 - Ornaments]
Kamashastra Discourse (Life in Ancient India) (by Nidheesh Kannan B.)
8.2. Adornments and Caring of Body in Sahṛdayalīlā < [Chapter 5 - Looking for Alternatives: Possibilities in Kāmaśāstra]
Shrimad Bhagavad-gita (by Narayana Gosvami)
Verse 11.8 < [Chapter 11 - Viśvarūpa-darśana-yoga (beholding the Lord’s Universal Form)]