Purana

[ poo-rah-nuh ]

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noun

Purana

/ pʊˈrɑːnə /

any of a class of Sanskrit writings not included in the Vedas, characteristically recounting the birth and deeds of Hindu gods and the creation, destruction, or recreation of the universe

Origin of Purana¹

1690–1700; < Sanskrit: of old

Origin of Purana¹

C17: from Sanskrit: ancient, from purā formerly

The word "Purana" means "old," and in ancient Sanscrit writings it has the same meaning as our "cosmology."

Four bridges crossed the Musi, the most notable of which was the Purana Pul, of 23 arches, built in 1593.

At this point, the Purana embarks on an episode which, at first sight, appears to have very little to do with its main subject.

Krishna's career as a warrior, in fact, is ended and with this episode the Purana enters its final phase.

Such vital differences are only partially resolved in the Bhagavata Purana.

April 18, 2024petrichor

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