Devabhaya, Deva-bhaya: 1 definition
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Devabhaya 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.
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Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English TranslationDevabhaya (देवभय) refers to “(having) fear of the Gods”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.4.10 (“Boasting of Tāraka”).—Accordingly, as Kumāra (Kārttikeya) fought with Tāraka-Asura: “[...] O great sage, thus the entire army of the Asuras (daityasainya) disappeared. None dared to remain there for fear of the gods (devabhaya) and the Gaṇas [gaṇadevabhayāttadā]. When the wicked Asura was killed, the whole universe became freed of thorns, freed from the danger and nuisance of the Asuras. Indra and other gods became happy. Thus when Kumāra came out victorious the gods were happy. The three worlds attained great pleasure. [...]”.
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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