Yogirupa, Yogirūpa, Yogin-rupa: 1 definition
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Yogirupa 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 TranslationYogirūpa (योगिरूप) refers to “one who has assumed the form of a Yogin” and is used to describe Śiva, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.3.11.—Accordingly, as Himavat (Himālaya) eulogised Śiva: “O great god, lord of the gods, O lord Śiva, the three worlds are sustained by you alone who are lord of the worlds. Obeisance to Thee, O lord of gods, obeisance to the one who has assumed the form of a Yogin [i.e., yogirūpa-dhara], obeisance to Thee that art possessed and devoid of attributes and obeisance to Thee who art sportive. [...]”.
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: Yogin, Yogi, Yoki, Rupa.
Starts with: Yogirupadhara.
Full-text: Viharin.
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