Bhang: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Bhang means something in Hindi, 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.
Ambiguity: Although Bhang has separate glossary definitions below, it also represents an alternative spelling of the word Bhamga.
Biology (plants and animals)
Source: Wisdom Library: Local Names of Plants and DrugsBhang [भांग] in the Hindi language is the name of a plant identified with Cannabis sativa L. from the Cannabaceae (Marijuana) family having the following synonyms: Cannabis indica, Cannabis chinensis, Cannabis generalis. For the possible medicinal usage of bhang, you can check this page for potential sources and references, although be aware that any some or none of the side-effects may not be mentioned here, wether they be harmful or beneficial to health.
Bhang [भांग] in the Marathi language, ibid. previous identification.
Bhang [ﺑﮭﺎﻧﮓ] in the Urdu language, ibid. previous identification.
This sections includes definitions from the five kingdoms of living things: Animals, Plants, Fungi, Protists and Monera. It will include both the official binomial nomenclature (scientific names usually in Latin) as well as regional spellings and variants.
Languages of India and abroad
Hindi dictionary
Source: DDSA: A practical Hindi-English dictionaryBhang in Hindi refers in English to:—(nm) dissolution; breach; split; disbandment; destruction; fracture; (nf) an intoxicating drug made from the leaves of Cannabis sativa, hemp; —[khana/cadhana/chanana] to be intoxicated, to take [bhamga]..—bhang (भंग) is alternatively transliterated as Bhaṃga.
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See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with (+138): Bhamgabadisu, Bhamgabadu, Bhamgacikitse, Bhamgadaria, Bhamgagara, Bhamgagaria, Bhamgambade, Bhamgambadu, Bhamgamberu, Bhamgapadisu, Bhamgara, Bhamgaraya, Bhamgashlesha, Bhamgatala, Bhamgavade, Bhamgavadisu, Bhamgavadu, Bhamgavyakulita, Bhamgia, Bhamgiga.
Ends with: Abhang, Angabhang, Bajarabhang, Jangli bhang, Jingli bhang, Kohi bhang, Manbhang, Naribhang, Pranaybhang, Rangabhang, Vibhang.
Full-text (+19): Jangli bhang, Kohi bhang, Jingli bhang, Ludagi, Bhangera, Shambhavi, Cangi, Cilumpi, Majuma, Kancappiti, Shrikhanda, Jhinganem, Sandhi-bhanga, Masukamara, Kancakkutukkai, Pankiyati, Khatavana, Chhanana, Lugadi, Guruprasada.
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Search found 7 books and stories containing Bhang; (plurals include: Bhangs). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 3: Metals, Gems and other substances (by Bhudeb Mookerjee)
Part 13 - Semi-poison (13): Jaya (or bhang, bhanga, Cannabis sativa) < [Chapter XXXI - Upavisha (semi-poisons)]
Part 5 - Taking of tin < [Chapter VI - Metals (6): Vanga (tin)]
Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 4: Iatrochemistry (by Bhudeb Mookerjee)
Part 40 - Treatment for indigestion (38): Agni-suhrid rasa < [Chapter IV - Irregularity of the digesting heat]
Indian Medicinal Plants (by Kanhoba Ranchoddas Kirtikar)
Prasthanatrayi Swaminarayan Bhashyam (Study) (by Sadhu Gyanananddas)
9. Dikṣā (1): Dikṣita Housholder’s Niyamas < [Chapter 4 - Analysis on the Basis of Spiritual Endeavour]
Kathasaritsagara (the Ocean of Story) (by Somadeva)
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