Kalpalakshana, Kalpalakṣaṇa, Kalpa-lakshana: 1 definition
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The Sanskrit term Kalpalakṣaṇa can be transliterated into English as Kalpalaksana or Kalpalakshana, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).
In Hinduism
Purana and Itihasa (epic history)
Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English TranslationKalpalakṣaṇa (कल्पलक्षण) refers to “(that which is endowed with) characteristics mentioned in the sacred texts”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 1.11 (“Mode of worshipping the phallic form of Śiva”).—Accordingly, as Sūta said to the Sages: “I shall tell you everything for your sake, please listen attentively. The time must be convenient and auspicious. The place must be a holy centre. It can be on the bank of a river or anywhere facilitating a daily worship. It can be of Pārthiva (Earth), Āpya (Watery) or Taijasa (fiery) type. If it has all the characteristics mentioned in the sacred texts [i.e., kalpalakṣaṇa-saṃyukta], the devotee derives the fruit of worship. If it has all characteristics, it accords the fruit of worship instantaneously. [...]”.
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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