Haroru, Hara-uru: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Haroru means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit, biology. 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
Purana and Itihasa (epic history)
Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English TranslationHaroru (हरोरु) (Cf. Śambhūru) refers to “Śiva’s thigh”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.3.8.—Accordingly, as Brahmā narrated to Sage Nārada:—“[...] On hearing the story, the lord of mountains stroked her fondly, kissed her on the head and placed her on his seat. O sage, on seeing her seated there you spoke again delighting the lord of mountains, Menakā and her sons.—‘O king of mountains, she will have a better throne than this. Śiva’s thigh will be her permanent abode. On getting the seat on the thigh of Śiva [i.e., haroru—harorūrvāsana] your daughter will go to the world where no eye or mind can reach’.”.
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.
Biology (plants and animals)
Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)Haroru in Kenya is the name of a plant defined with Grewia bicolor in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Grewia pallida Hochst. ex A. Rich. (among others).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Annales du muséum national d’histoire naturelle (1804)
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See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Haroru korma.
Full-text: Haroru korma, Shambhuru.
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