Hridvibhramsha, Hṛdvibhraṃśa, Hrid-vibhramsha: 1 definition

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Hridvibhramsha 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 Hṛdvibhraṃśa can be transliterated into English as Hrdvibhramsa or Hridvibhramsha, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).

In Hinduism

Purana and Itihasa (epic history)

[«previous next»] — Hridvibhramsha in Purana glossary
Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English Translation

Hṛdvibhraṃśa (हृद्विभ्रंश) refers to “confusing one’s mind”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.3.43 (“Description of Śiva’s wonderful sport”).—Accordingly, after Śiva spoke to Viṣṇu and Brahmā: “On hearing it Viṣṇu called all and told them of his suggestion. The gods then walked in accordance with that suggestion enthusiastically. O sage, the lord of the universe, let Menā stand on the terrace and see the procession along with you in order to make her mind confused (hṛdvibhraṃśa). In the meantime, seeing the splendid vast army, O sage, Menā became delighted as usual. [...]”.

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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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