Bhogapravritta, Bhogapravṛtta, Bhoga-pravritta: 1 definition

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Bhogapravritta 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.

The Sanskrit term Bhogapravṛtta can be transliterated into English as Bhogapravrtta or Bhogapravritta, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).

In Hinduism

Purana and Itihasa (epic history)

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Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English Translation

Bhogapravṛtta (भोगप्रवृत्त) refers to the “commencement of the enjoyment of pleasures”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.4.1 (“The dalliance of Śiva”).—Accordingly, as Brahmā said to Nārada: “[...] When Śiva following the worldly way began his enjoyment of pleasures (bhogapravṛtta), O sinless one, a great length of time passed by as though it was a mere moment in their awareness. Then, O dear, Indra and the gods gathered together on the mountain Meru and began their mutual discussion. [...]”.

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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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