Modanvita, Modānvita: 1 definition
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Modanvita 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)
Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English TranslationModānvita (मोदान्वित) refers to “being pleased”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.3.48 (“Description of Marriage of Śiva and Pārvatī”).—Accordingly, as Brahmā narrated to Nārada: “O sage, on hearing your words, Himavat, the lord of mountains was satisfied and the bewilderment in his mind vanished. Then Viṣṇu, the other gods and the sages said ‘Well done, Well done’. They were freed of all bewilderment. The shrewd people realised the majesty of lord Śiva. They were pleasantly surprised (mahā-modānvita) and began to say to one another. [...]”.
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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