Manigriva, aka: Maṇigrīva; 3 Definition(s)
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Manigriva 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.
In Hinduism
Purāṇa
Maṇigrīva (मणिग्रीव).—A son of Kubera (see Nalakūbara).*
- * Bhāgavata-purāṇa X. 9. 22-23; 10 (whole).
Maṇigrīva (मणिग्रीव) is the name of a guhyaka (demigods), or servant of Kubera (treasurer of the gods). Maṇigrīva and Nalakūbara were metamorphosed and transformed into trees due to a curse inflicted on them by Nārada, the celestial musician. The two guhyaka demigods, were deeply engrossed in amorous activities with their consorts, when Nārada arrived there. They did not pay attention to his arrival and continued their romantic deeds. Enraged by this negligence on their part, he cursed them to become twin Arjuna trees. When they began to beg his pardon Nārada advised them to pray Hari (Viṣṇu) with pure devotion. They would be relieved of their curse when the Lord glances at them compassionately.
(Source): Archaeological Survey of India: Śaiva monuments at Paṭṭadakal (purāṇa)
The Purāṇas (पुराण, purana) refers to Sanskrit literature preserving ancient India’s vast cultural history, including historical legends, religious ceremonies, various arts and sciences. The eighteen mahāpurāṇas total over 400,000 ślokas (metrical couplets) and date to at least several centuries BCE.
General definition (in Hinduism)
Maṇigrīva (मणिग्रीव, “bejeweled neck”):—In Vedic hinduism, he is one of the sons of Kubera and his wife Bhadrā. Kubera is the Vedic God of wealth presiding over all earthly treasures. Maṇigrīva is also known as Varṇakavi (‘colorful poet’).
(Source): Wisdom Library: HinduismRelevant definitions
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| Kubera | kubēra (कुबेर).—m The god of wealth. A rich man, a Crœsus. | |
| Hari | Hari (हरि) or Harivarṣa refers to a region of Jambūdvīpa: the first continent of the Madhya-lok... | |
| Narada | naraḍa (नरड).—m A destructive disorder incidental to horned cattle.--- OR --- narada (नरद).—f (... | |
| Kuvera |
Kuvera (कुवेर).—One of the important demigods in heaven, and the treasurer of wealth. ... | |
| Nalakubara | Nalakūbara (नलकूबर) is the name of a guhyaka (demigods), or servant of Kubera (treasurer of the... | |
| Yamalarjuna | Yamalārjuna (यमलार्जुन) refers to “the uprooting of Arjuna trees” and is depicted as a sculptur... |
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Search found 4 books and stories containing Manigriva or Maṇigrīva. You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
The Bhagavata Purana (by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada)
Chapter 10 - Deliverance of the Yamala-arjuna Trees < [Canto X - The Summum Bonum]
Chapter 9 - Mother Yasoda Binds Lord Lord Krishna < [Canto X - The Summum Bonum]
Brihad Bhagavatamrita (by Śrīla Sanātana Gosvāmī)
Verse 2.5.120 < [Chapter 5 - Prema: Love of God]
The Vishnu Purana (by Horace Hayman Wilson)
Nectar of Devotion (by A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada)
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