Sugandhataila, Sugandha-taila, Sugamdhataila: 2 definitions
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Sugandhataila 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.
In Hinduism
Purana and Itihasa (epic history)
Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English TranslationSugandhataila (सुगन्धतैल) refers to “sweetsmelling oil”, which is used in the worship of Śiva, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.1.13:—“[...] with the offering of Bilva leaves alone, the worship shall be performed. Then scented powders, sweetsmelling oil (sugandhataila) etc. of various sorts shall be offered to Śiva with great joy. Then incense, Guggulu (the fragrant gum resin) and Aguru (the fragrant Aloe wood) shall be offered”.
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.
Languages of India and abroad
Kannada-English dictionary
Source: Alar: Kannada-English corpusSugaṃdhataila (ಸುಗಂಧತೈಲ):—[noun] any volatile oil that gives pleasing and distinctive odour; an essential oil; a volatile oil.
Kannada is a Dravidian language (as opposed to the Indo-European language family) mainly spoken in the southwestern region of India.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Sugandha, Taila.
Starts with: Sugandhatailaniryasa.
Full-text: Sugandhatailaniryasa, Parishincana.
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Isanasivagurudeva Paddhati (study) (by J. P. Prajith)
36. Description of Vishnu (rites and rituals) < [Chapter 4 - Worship of Gods and Goddesses]
Devi Tantra, Mantra, Yantra (study) (by Srider Basudevan Iyer)
Historical use of perfumes in ancient Indian literature. < [Volume 28 (issue 2), Oct-Dec 2008]