Sohana, Sohanā: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Sohana means something in Jainism, Prakrit, Hindi. 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.
Alternative spellings of this word include Sohna.
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Hindi dictionary
Source: DDSA: A practical Hindi-English dictionarySohanā (सोहना) [Also spelled sohna]:—(v) to look attractive/beautiful/pleasing; to befit, to suit.
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Prakrit-English dictionary
Source: DDSA: Paia-sadda-mahannavo; a comprehensive Prakrit Hindi dictionary1) Sohaṇa (सोहण) in the Prakrit language is related to the Sanskrit word: Śobhana.
2) Sohaṇa (सोहण) also relates to the Sanskrit word: Śodhana.
Prakrit is an ancient language closely associated with both Pali and Sanskrit. Jain literature is often composed in this language or sub-dialects, such as the Agamas and their commentaries which are written in Ardhamagadhi and Maharashtri Prakrit. The earliest extant texts can be dated to as early as the 4th century BCE although core portions might be older.
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Starts with: Sohanahalava, Sohanapapadi.
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Tilakamanjari of Dhanapala (study) (by Shri N. M. Kansara)
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International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
A review on clinical importance of panchakarma in vrana shasti upakramas < [2021, Issue 9, September]