Ativismita, Ati-vismita: 1 definition
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Ativismita 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)
Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English TranslationAtivismita (अतिविस्मित) refers to “being (extremely) surprised”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.3.32 (“The seven celestial sages arrive”).—Accordingly, after the Seven Sages spoke to Śiva: “Saying thus the celestial sages bowed to Śiva and went by aerial path in the direction of the city of Himavat. On seeing that city of heavenly splendour, the sages were surprised (ativismita). Expatiating on their good fortune they spoke to one another”.
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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