Uddava, Uḍḍāva: 1 definition
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Uddava means something in Jainism, Prakrit. 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: DDSA: Paia-sadda-mahannavo; a comprehensive Prakrit Hindi dictionary1) Uḍḍāva (उड्डाव) in the Prakrit language is related to the Sanskrit word: Udḍhāya.
2) Uḍḍāva (उड्डाव) also relates to the Sanskrit word: Uḍḍāyaka.
3) Uddava (उद्दव) also relates to the Sanskrit word: Udupadra.
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.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Uddavaa, Uddavadiya, Uddavaia, Uddavaittu, Uddavana, Uddavanaya, Uddavari.
Ends with: Kuddava, Samuddava.
Full-text: Udupadra, Uddhaya, Uddayaka, Brihaspati.
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Search found 2 books and stories containing Uddava, Uḍḍāva; (plurals include: Uddavas, Uḍḍāvas). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary) (by Śrī Śrīmad Bhaktivedānta Nārāyana Gosvāmī Mahārāja)
Verse 1.5.126-127 < [Chapter 5 - Priya (the beloved devotees)]
Verse 1.6.27 < [Chapter 6 - Priyatama (the most beloved devotees)]
Kuntaka’s evaluation of Sanskrit literature (by Nikitha. M)
2. Śiśupālavadha in Kuntaka’s treatment < [Chapter 3 - Kuntaka’s estimation of Mahākāvyas of other Poets]