Suvihara, Suvihāra, Su-vihara: 1 definition
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Suvihara 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 TranslationSuvihāra (सुविहार) refers to “sportive dalliance” (with one’s beloved), according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.3.51 (“The resuscitation of Kāma”).—Accordingly, as Rati said to Śiva: “[...] O lord, merciful to the depressed, make me jubilant at the jubilant celebration of your marriage that gives pleasure to everyone. There is no doubt in this, that only when my lord is resuscitated will your sportive dalliance (suvihāra) with your beloved Pārvatī be complete and perfect. You are competent to do everything because you are the supreme lord. O lord of all, of what avail is this talk. Please resuscitate my husband quickly”.
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: Vihara, Cu, Shu.
Ends with: Shishuvihara.
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