Yavakasamyuta, Yāvakasaṃyuta, Yavaka-samyuta: 1 definition
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Purana and Itihasa (epic history)
Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English TranslationYāvakasaṃyuta (यावकसंयुत) refers to “having applied red lac (over the lips)”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.3.46 (“The arrival of the bridegroom”).—Accordingly, as Brahmā narrated to Nārada: “[...] In the meantime the servant-maids in the harem of the mountain took Pārvatī out in order to worship the tutelar family deity. [...] With diamond earrings her cheeks appeared brilliant. Her rows of teeth sparkled like diamonds. Red lac applied (yāvakasaṃyuta) over her lips which were naturally red like Bimba fruits was exquisite. [...]”.
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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