Tanattar, Tānattār, Tāṉattār: 1 definition
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Tanattar means something in the history of ancient India, Tamil. 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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Source: Shodhganga: Temple management in the Āgamas (history)Tānattār refers to “temple authorities” working at Śiva temples, according to [medieval] temple inscriptions and Śaivāgamas.—The temple authorities are referred to as “Tānattār” a Tamil form of Sanskrit “sthāna” and the Tamil suffix “ttār” meaning ‘those of’.
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Ends with: Pattanattar.
Full-text: Ilaiyangudi.
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