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Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English Translation

Jñānaprada (ज्ञानप्रद) refers to “that which reveals the principles” (of Śiva), according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.4.20 (“The celebration of Gaṇeśa’s marriage”).—Accordingly, as Brahmā narrated to Nārada: “[...]  This narrative is sinless, conducive to glory and enhancer of happiness. It is conducive to longevity and attainment of heaven. It is unequalled and bestows sons and grandsons. It confers salvation and reveals Śiva’s principles (śiva-jñānaprada). It is pleasing to Pārvatī and Śiva and increases devotion to Śiva. This shall always be heard by devotees and by those who seek liberation and are free from worldly desires. It confers identity with Śiva. It is conducive to welfare and is identical with Śiva himself. [...]”.

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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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Partial matches: Jnana, Prada.

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Search found 3 books and stories containing Jnanaprada, Jñānaprada, Jñāna-prada, Jnana-prada; (plurals include: Jnanapradas, Jñānapradas, pradas). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:

The Padma Purana (by N.A. Deshpande)

Chapter 36 - The Vow of Pakṣavardhinī < [Section 6 - Uttara-Khaṇḍa (Concluding Section)]

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Rudra-Shiva concept (Study) (by Maumita Bhattacharjee)

3. The God Rudra-Śiva: His Prominence < [Chapter 1 - Introduction]

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The Skanda Purana (by G. V. Tagare)

Chapter 9 - The Efficacy of the Circumambulation of Aruṇeśvara < [Section 3a - Arunācala-khaṇḍa (Pūrvārdha)]

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