Prthivipadma, Prthivīpadma: 1 definition
Introduction:
Prthivipadma 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: Cologne Digital Sanskrit Dictionaries: The Purana IndexPrthivīpadma (प्र्थिवीपद्म).—Otherwise known as Lokapadma of which Meru forms the tendril; from this lotus came the fourfaced Brahmā; the earth, lotus shaped.*
- * Vāyu-purāṇa 34. 37, 44; 41. 86.
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.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Relevant text
No search results for Prthivipadma, Prthivīpadma; (plurals include: Prthivipadmas, Prthivīpadmas) in any book or story.