Odishi, Oḍīśī, Oḍisī: 4 definitions
Introduction:
Odishi means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit, biology. 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.
The Sanskrit term Oḍīśī can be transliterated into English as Odisi or Odishi, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).
In Hinduism
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Source: Google Books: ManthanabhairavatantramOḍīśī (ओडीशी) is the goddess of Oḍḍiyāna the mistress of the Wheel (cakranāyikā), according to the Śrīmatottara-tantra, an expansion of the Kubjikāmatatantra: the earliest popular and most authoritative Tantra of the Kubjikā cult.
Shakta (शाक्त, śākta) or Shaktism (śāktism) represents a tradition of Hinduism where the Goddess (Devi) is revered and worshipped. Shakta literature includes a range of scriptures, including various Agamas and Tantras, although its roots may be traced back to the Vedas.
Natyashastra (theatrics and dramaturgy)
Source: Shodhganga: Elements of Art and Architecture in the Trtiyakhanda of the Visnudharmottarapurana (natya)Oḍisī refers to one of the eight kinds of classical dance form of India recognised by Sangeet Natak Academy. The classical dance forms of India have numerous elements through which a performer presents a particular dance form properly. [...] The classical dance forms [such as Oḍisī] are fully based on the Abhinayadarpaṇa which has resemblances with the Nāṭyaśāstra. [...] The gestures and postures of Dance as found in the Viṣṇudharmottarapurāṇa as almost same with the Classical Dance forms [such as Oḍisī].
Natyashastra (नाट्यशास्त्र, nāṭyaśāstra) refers to both the ancient Indian tradition (shastra) of performing arts, (natya—theatrics, drama, dance, music), as well as the name of a Sanskrit work dealing with these subjects. It also teaches the rules for composing Dramatic plays (nataka), construction and performance of Theater, and Poetic works (kavya).
Biology (plants and animals)
Source: Wisdom Library: Local Names of Plants and DrugsOdishi in the Tamil language is the name of a plant identified with Cleistanthus collinus (Roxb.) Benth. ex Hook.f. from the Phyllanthaceae (Amla) family having the following synonyms: Lebedieropsis orbicularis. For the possible medicinal usage of odishi, you can check this page for potential sources and references, although be aware that any some or none of the side-effects may not be mentioned here, wether they be harmful or beneficial to health.
Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)Odisi in India is the name of a plant defined with Cleistanthus collinus in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Bridelia collina (Roxb.) Hook. & Arn. (among others).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· The Botany of Captain Beechey’s Voyage (1837)
· Plants of the Coast of Coromandel (1802)
· J. Assoc. Physicians India (2007)
· Étude générale du groupe des Euphorbiacées (1858)
· Drug Development Research (2000)
· Flora of the British India (1887)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Odisi, for example diet and recipes, extract dosage, chemical composition, pregnancy safety, side effects, health benefits, have a look at these references.
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Search found 2 books and stories containing Odishi, Oḍīśī, Oḍisī, Odisi; (plurals include: Odishis, Oḍīśīs, Oḍisīs, Odisis). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Vishnudharmottara Purana (Art and Architecture) (by Bhagyashree Sarma)
2. The Viṣṇudharmottara-purāṇa and the Indian Classical Dances < [Chapter 6 - Modern Relevance of Different Art Forms and Architecture]
Jainism in Odisha (Orissa) (by Ashis Ranjan Sahoo)