A Concise Encyclopaedia of Hinduism
author: Swami Harshananda
edition: 2008, Ramakrishna Math
pages: 2084
ISBN-13: 9788179070574
Topic: Hinduism
Encyclopaedia of Hinduism - Gajasura
This page describes Gajasura which is located on page 597 of the first volume in the book: A Concise Encyclopaedia of Hinduism by Swami Harshananda. This book, known as “a concise encyclopaedia of hinduism”, includes a vast amount of topics covering general aspects on Hinduism, but also contains important aspects regarding Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism This page contains an online preview of the full text and summarizes technical terms, as well as information if you want to buy this book.
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You can look up the meaning of the phrase “Gajasura” according to 8 books dealing with Hinduism. The following list shows a short preview of potential definitions.
Matangalila and Hastyayurveda (study) [by Chandrima Das]
Gajasura samhara image and tandava nritya of Shiva within his belly, Hoysala temple, Belur] The darker side of Shiva s dance emerges with his manifestation as Gajasura-samharamurti (Slayer of the Elephant-demon). A vivid cultural depiction at the Kashivishveshvara temple in Lakkundi shows Shiva clutching Gajasura s skin around himself with five of his ten hands. The elephant s head lolls heavily to a side; its tail and one pair of stumpy legs have barely survived the elements....
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The Shiva Purana [by J. L. Shastri]
Sanatkumara said:— words, lord Shiva, the storehouse replied to Gajasura, the son of 55. On hearing his of mercy, laughed and Mahisha. Lord Shiva said:— 56. O Gajasura, O excellent Danava, O depository of great valour, O well-intentioned one, I am delighted. Choose the boon favourable to you. Sanatkumara said:— 57. On hearing the words of lord Shiva, the granter of boons, the lord of Danavas, the delighted Gajasura replied. Gajasura said:— 58....
Read full contents: Chapter 57 - Gajasura is slain
Rudra-Shiva concept (Study) [by Maumita Bhattacharjee]
Battle with Gajasura. Gajasura was the son of Mahishasura. Mahishasura was killed by the goddess Durga or Candika for the welfare of the universe. Gajasura could not forget the death of his father by the goddess and remembered that enmity. Gajasura overwhelmed by lust, performed severe penance, so that he won t be killed by any man or woman. The penance which took the form of a fire originating from his head filled with smoke, spread all around and to the worlds above....
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