Lokanukula, Lokānukūla, Loka-anukula: 1 definition

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Lokanukula 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.

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Purana and Itihasa (epic history)

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

Lokānukūla (लोकानुकूल) refers to “those who carry on activities favourable to the worlds”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.5.4 (“The Tripuras are initiated).—Accordingly, as Viṣṇu said to the four disciples of his self-created Puruṣa: “Just as you, these too also belong to me. The initial prefix to their names shall be the word ‘Pūjya’ because they are worthy of respect. Let the names Ṛṣi, Yati, Ācārya, and Upādhyāya also be well known appendages to you all. My names shall also be assumed by you. The auspicious name ‘Arihat’ shall be considered destructive of sins. All activities conducive to the happiness of the worlds shall be performed by you. The goal of those who carry on activities favourable to the worlds (lokānukūla) shall become excellent”.

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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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