Kannan: 2 definitions
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Kannan 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.
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In Hinduism
Natyashastra (theatrics and dramaturgy)
Source: Shodhganga: The significance of the mūla-beras (natya)Kannan is another name for Kṛṣṇa, as mentioned in the Kaṭalāṭukkāṭai, which is a chapter of the Cilappatikāram: an ancient epic authored by Ilango Adigal representing an important piece of Tamil literature.—Accordingly, while describing the Alliam (one of the eleven dances): This is a war dance danced by Kannan (Kṛṣṇa) in order to defeat the deceitful Kamsa who came in the form of an elephant.
Natyashastra (नाट्यशास्त्र, nāṭyaśāstra) refers to both the ancient Indian tradition (shastra) of performing arts, (natya—theatrics, drama, dance, music), as well as the name of a Sanskrit work dealing with these subjects. It also teaches the rules for composing Dramatic plays (nataka), construction and performance of Theater, and Poetic works (kavya).
Biology (plants and animals)
Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)Kannan in India is the name of a plant defined with Eclipta prostrata in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Verbesina conyzoides Trew (among others).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Proceedings of the Indian Science Congress Association (1990)
· Revisio Generum Plantarum (1891)
· Nova Genera ac Species Plantarum (1845)
· Glimpses in Plant Research (1988)
· Revista Brasileira de Genética (1986)
· Genera Nova Madagascariensia (1806)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Kannan, for example extract dosage, health benefits, chemical composition, side effects, diet and recipes, pregnancy safety, have a look at these references.
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See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Kannamjike, Kannan-elini, Kannanasa, Kannankuti, Kannanmuli, Kannannur Illavan Madam, Kannannur Illavan Madam.
Ends with: Cerukannan, Cherukannan, Uppotta-kannan, Vappunnakannan, Vellakannan.
Full-text: Alliam, Kuravai-kuttu.
Relevant text
Search found 12 books and stories containing Kannan; (plurals include: Kannans). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Jnaneshwari (Bhavartha Dipika) (by Ramchandra Keshav Bhagwat)
Verse 3.25 < [Chapter 3 - Karma-yoga]
Verse 3.14-15 < [Chapter 3 - Karma-yoga]
Verse 8.4 < [Chapter 8 - Akshara-brahman-yoga]
Temples in and around Madurantakam (by B. Mekala)
Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple < [Chapter 3 - Temples of Madurantakam Taluk]
The Bhattar < [Chapter 6 - Social and Economic Activities]
Amaravati Art in the Context of Andhra Archaeology (by Sreyashi Ray chowdhuri)
Making of a Monk and practice of Austerities < [Chapter 3 - Amarāvatī and the Formative Stage of the Buddhist Art]
Parasol or Chatra < [Chapter 3 - Amarāvatī and the Formative Stage of the Buddhist Art]
The Great Departure or Mahābhiniṣkramaṇa < [Chapter 3 - Amarāvatī and the Formative Stage of the Buddhist Art]
The Religion and Philosophy of Tevaram (Thevaram) (by M. A. Dorai Rangaswamy)
Chapter 4.6 - (h) Symbology of Shiva’s eyes < [Volume 2 - Nampi Arurar and Mythology]
Chapter 1.2 - Lingodbhava-murti (depiction of the pillar of fire) < [Volume 2 - Nampi Arurar and Mythology]
Chapter 3.5 - Jalandharasura-murti (the conquest of Jalandhara Asura) < [Volume 2 - Nampi Arurar and Mythology]
Siddhanta Sangraha of Sri Sailacharya (by E. Sowmya Narayanan)
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