Parivarasameta, Parivārasameta, Parivara-sameta: 1 definition

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Parivarasameta 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)

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Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English Translation

Parivārasameta (परिवारसमेत) refers to “bringing together all one’s attendants”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.3.53 (“Description of Śiva’s return journey”).—Accordingly, after the Gods spoke to the Lord of Mountains (Himavat): “Then the mountain took leave of the lord of gods and went home. He made arrangements for a joyous feast with all paraphernalia in accordance with the rules. He brought the lord with all his attendants (parivārasameta) and followers for the feast. He was very enthusiastic. [...]”.

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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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