Bald head: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Bald head means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit, biology. 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
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Source: ORA: Amanaska (king of all yogas): (shaktism)A Bald Head is denoted by the Sanskrit term Muṇḍa, according to the 17th century Kaulagajamardana (“crushing the Kaula elephant”) authored by Kāśīnātha or Kṛṣṇānandācala.—Accordingly, [as Īśvara said to Pārvatī]: “[...] [Now,] my dear, hear about the Kāpālika. He eats from a skull bowl and is addicted to wine and flesh; he neglects the disciplines of purification and he is adorned with a bald head (muṇḍa) and Mālās; he eats from the fires of the cremation ground; he alone is a Kāpālika, he never does [the proper] repetition of Mantras, nor ascetic practices nor [follows] the rules of personal restraint. He is without such [rituals] as bathing and ceremonies for donation. [Thus,] he is proclaimed a Pāṣānḍa. [...]”
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.
Biology (plants and animals)
Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)Bald head in English is the name of a plant defined with Leonotis nepetifolia in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Leonurus globosus Moench, nom. illeg. (among others).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Species Plantarum (1753)
· Hortus Kewensis (1811)
· Flore de Madagascar et des Comores (1998)
· Ethnobotany (2004)
· Prodromus Florae Novae Hollandiae (1810)
· Proceedings of the Indian Science Congress Association (1986)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Bald head, for example health benefits, diet and recipes, extract dosage, pregnancy safety, side effects, chemical composition, have a look at these references.
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See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Head.
Full-text (+34): Munda, Taratutale, Khallatasisa, Khalvata, Kalatam, Khalati, Battatale, Bokkatale, Bakkatale, Bakka, Bokka, Carmamunda, Kammarabhandu, Khallata, Ranahaddu, Rakkasavakki, Dakshayya, Taratu, Mundamala, Mundavibhushana.
Relevant text
Search found 13 books and stories containing Bald head; (plurals include: Bald heads). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Christie and Johnny < [July – September 1991]
“Subbaratnam” < [December 1946]
The Mystery of the Missing Cap < [October 1990 – December, 1990]
Heimskringla (by Snorri Sturlson)
Part 11 - Of Harald < [Chapter IX - Saga Of Harald Hardrade]
Rig Veda (translation and commentary) (by H. H. Wilson)
Rig Veda 8.91.5 < [Sukta 91]
Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra (by Helen M. Johnson)
Part 17: Visit to Lāṭa < [Chapter III - Mahāvīra’s first six years as an ascetic]
Part 1: Marīci’s heresy < [Chapter VI]
Mahabharata (English) (by Kisari Mohan Ganguli)
Section 2 < [Mausala Parva]
Section CCII < [Drona-vadha Parva]
Section CLXVII < [Apaddharmanusasana Parva]
Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi (by Ganganatha Jha)
Verse 11.48 < [Section V - Physical Effects of Unexpiated Offences committed in Previous Lives]