Chattrashila, Chattraśilā, Chattra-shila: 1 definition
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Chattrashila means something in the history of ancient India. 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 Chattraśilā can be transliterated into English as Chattrasila or Chattrashila, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).
Alternative spellings of this word include Chhattrashila.
India history and geography
Source: OpenEdition books: Vividhatīrthakalpaḥ (History)Chattraśilā (छत्त्रशिला) is the name of a rock, associated with Girnar, as is mentioned in the Vividhatīrthakalpa by Jinaprabhasūri (13th century A.D.): an ancient text devoted to various Jaina holy places (tīrthas).
The history of India traces the identification of countries, villages, towns and other regions of India, as well as mythology, zoology, royal dynasties, rulers, tribes, local festivities and traditions and regional languages. Ancient India enjoyed religious freedom and encourages the path of Dharma, a concept common to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.
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