Sannihatitirtha, Sannihatītīrtha, Sannihati-tirtha: 1 definition
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In Hinduism
Purana and Itihasa (epic history)
Source: archive.org: Puranic EncyclopediaSannihatītīrtha (सन्निहतीतीर्थ).—An ancient holy place. The devas such as Brahmā and others visit this place monthly. Those who bathe in this place, at the time of the solar eclipse will obtain the fruits of conducting six horse-sacrifices. It is believed that giving offerings to the manes at this place is of great importance. (Mahābhārata Vana Parva, Chapter 83, Verse 190).
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: Tirtha.
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