Sarvamohini, Sarvamohinī, Sarva-mohini: 1 definition
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Sarvamohini 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 TranslationSarvamohinī (सर्वमोहिनी) (Cf. Sarvamohin?) refers to the “enchantress of everyone” and is used to describe Goddess Umā, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.3.5.—Accordingly:—“On being thus requested by Menā, the goddess Umā, the enchantress of everyone [i.e., sarvamohinī], embraced Menā and was highly delighted. Acquiring very great wisdom, Menā eulogised Śivā, who had appeared in person, by means of pleasing words with great devotion. [...]”.
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: Mohini, Sharva, Carva.
Full-text: Sarvamohin.
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Shat-cakra-nirupana (the six bodily centres) (by Arthur Avalon)
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