Brahmatandra, Brahmātandra: 1 definition

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Brahmatandra 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.

In Hinduism

Shilpashastra (iconography)

Source: Shodhganga: The significance of the mūla-beras (śilpa)

Brahmātandra (Brahmātandram) is an oval disk bordered with pearls. This instrument is used to mark the fate of men on their brows. It is considered a sacrificial spoon also. Brahmātandra is an oval disk bordered with pearls. This instrument is used to mark the fate of men on their brows. It is considered a sacrificial spoon also.

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Shilpashastra (शिल्पशास्त्र, śilpaśāstra) represents the ancient Indian science (shastra) of creative arts (shilpa) such as sculpture, iconography and painting. Closely related to Vastushastra (architecture), they often share the same literature.

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