Kaphura, Kāphūra: 2 definitions

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Kaphura means something in the history of ancient India, Hindi. 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.

India history and geography

Source: OpenEdition books: Vividhatīrthakalpaḥ (History)

Kāphūra (काफूर) (cf. Kapphara) is a historical name mentioned in the Vividhatīrthakalpa by Jinaprabhasūri (13th century A.D.): an ancient text devoted to various Jaina holy places (tīrthas).—In the year 1291, Kapphara’s army sacked Gujarat. King Sāraṃgadeva (cf. sv) triumphs thanks to the power of the Yakṣa Baṃbhasaṃti of Satyapura.

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The history of India traces the identification of countries, villages, towns and other regions of India, as well as mythology, zoology, royal dynasties, rulers, tribes, local festivities and traditions and regional languages. Ancient India enjoyed religious freedom and encourages the path of Dharma, a concept common to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.

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Hindi dictionary

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Source: DDSA: A practical Hindi-English dictionary

Kāphūra (काफूर):—(nm) camphor, —[honā] to vanish, to disappear.

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