Bhayaka: 1 definition
Introduction:
Bhayaka means something in Jainism, Prakrit. 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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Prakrit-English dictionary
Bhayaka (भयक) in the Prakrit language is related to the Sanskrit word: Bhṛtaka.
Bhayaka has the following synonyms: Bhayaga.
Prakrit is an ancient language closely associated with both Pali and Sanskrit. Jain literature is often composed in this language or sub-dialects, such as the Agamas and their commentaries which are written in Ardhamagadhi and Maharashtri Prakrit. The earliest extant texts can be dated to as early as the 4th century BCE although core portions might be older.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Bhayakala, Bhayakampa, Bhayakaraka, Bhayakarana, Bhayakartar, Bhayakartri, Bhayakatara, Bhayakatha, Bhayankara.
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Search found 3 books and stories containing Bhayaka; (plurals include: Bhayakas). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Garga Samhita (English) (by Danavir Goswami)
Verse 1.11.52 < [Chapter 11 - Description of Śrī Kṛṣṇacandra’s Birth]
Dictionaries of Indian languages (Kosha)
Page 234 < [Hindi-Sindhi-English Volume 2]
Kailash: Journal of Himalayan Studies
Two Letters From Ranga Nath Pandit to B.H. Hodgson < [Volume 3, Number 1 (1975)]
The Royal Edicts of King Rama Shah of Gorkha < [Volume 5, Number 1 (1977)]