Atikhelana, Ati-khelana: 1 definition

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Atikhelana 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.

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Purana and Itihasa (epic history)

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Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English Translation

Atikhelana (अतिखेलन) refers to “sporting” (in joy and love), according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.4.19 (“Gaṇapati’s marriage”).—Accordingly, as Brahmā narrated to Nārada: “O excellent sage, you have asked well with a sympathetic mind. Listen attentively, O excellent sage, I shall narrate. O excellent brahmin, seeing frequently the divine sports of both the sons, Pārvatī and Śiva had their love increased. The happiness of the parents knew no bounds. The son too used to sport (atikhelana) in joy and love. O great sage, the sons rendered great service to their parents with great devotion. [...]”.

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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.

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