Sutaviccheda, Suta-viccheda: 1 definition
Introduction:
Sutaviccheda 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.
Alternative spellings of this word include Sutavichchheda.
In Hinduism
Purana and Itihasa (epic history)
Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English TranslationSutaviccheda (सुतविच्छेद) refers to the “separation from one’s son”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.4.5 (“Kārttikeya is crowned”).—Accordingly, after the Kṛttikās spoke to Kārttikeya: “After saying this and closely embracing Kārttikeya, the Kṛttikās fell into a swoon due to the imminent separation from their son (sutaviccheda). Restoring them to consciousness and instructing them with spiritual utterances, O sage, he got into the chariot along with them and the Pārṣadas too. Seeing and hearing various auspicious and pleasing things Kumāra went to the palace of his father along with the Pārṣadas. [...]”.
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.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Relevant text
No search results for Sutaviccheda, Suta-viccheda; (plurals include: Sutavicchedas, vicchedas) in any book or story.