Sarvaduhkhahara, Sarvaduḥkhahara, Sarvaduhkha-hara: 1 definition
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Sarvaduhkhahara 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)
Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English TranslationSarvaduḥkhahara (सर्वदुःखहर) refers to “that (touch) which removes all distress”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.4.18 (“Gaṇeśa crowned as the chief of Gaṇas”).—Accordingly, as Brahmā narrated to Nārada: “[...] On seeing her son, Pārvatī was highly delighted. Taking him up with both her hands she embraced him joyously. She then lovingly gave him different clothes and ornaments. He was honoured by the goddess who bestowed all Siddhis on him and touched him with her hand that removes all distress (sarvaduḥkhahara). After worshipping her son, and kissing his face, she granted him boons with affection and said—‘You have had great distress since your very birth. [...]’”.
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: Hara, Sarvaduhkha.
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