Purahsthitva, Puraḥsthitvā, Puras-sthitva: 1 definition
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Purahsthitva 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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Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English TranslationPuraḥsthitvā (पुरःस्थित्वा) refers to “standing in front (of someone)”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.4.15 (“Gaṇeśa’s battle”).—Accordingly, after Gaṇeśa spoke to Śiva’s attendants: “[...] At this time, urged by Nārada, all the gods including Viṣṇu and Indra came there. Standing in front (puraḥsthitvā) of Śiva and bowing to him with a desire to secure good for him they said—‘O lord, be pleased to command us. You are the great Brahman, the lord of all, the creator, the sustainer and the annihilator of all created things. All are your servants. [...]’.”.
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: Sthitva, Purah, Puras.
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