Nataskandha, Nata-skandha: 1 definition
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Nataskandha 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
Purana and Itihasa (epic history)
Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English TranslationNataskandha (नतस्कन्ध) refers to “stooping shoulders”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.2.20. Accordingly as Brahmā narrated to Nārada:—“[...] when Śiva who is sympathetic towards His devotees, desisted from killing me, all became fearless, happy and pleased. All of them bowed with stooping shoulders [viz., nataskandha], and palms joined in reverence. They lauded Śiva with devotion. They shouted cries of victory with pleasure”.
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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Partial matches: Nata, Skandha.
Ends with: Vinataskandha.
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