Cosmic element: 1 definition
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Cosmic element 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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Source: Shodhganga: Elements of Art and Architecture in the Trtiyakhanda of the Visnudharmottarapurana (h)The Cosmic elements are well-represented in Hindu temples which ultimately serve to connect man and the divine and to help the people to develop their spiritual knowledge.—The temple is a place where the devotees can get the environment to connect themselves with their lords. The Hindu temple consists of all the cosmic elements from fire to water, images of nature to deities, Gods remain feminine to masculine, kāma to artha, fleeting sounds and incense smells etc. by which one can celebrate life. Stella Kramrisch, the author of The Hindu Temple also keeps her view point in the same spirit. The Hindu temples are designed for the purpose of making connection between man and the divine and to help the people to develop their spiritual knowledge and truth.
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Partial matches: Element.
Full-text (+2): Rupa, Vedana, Samskara, Vijnana, Samjna, Skandha, Tirthayatra, Temple, Kula, Pilgrimage, Ashvin, Spiritual knowledge, Truth, Deity, Dhyanin, Initiation, Hindu Temple, Amoghasiddhi, Ratnasambhava, Akshobhya.
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Search found 9 books and stories containing Cosmic element; (plurals include: Cosmic elements). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Shrimad Bhagavad-gita (by Narayana Gosvami)
Verse 9.6 < [Chapter 9 - Rāja-guhya-yoga (Yoga through the most Confidential Knowledge)]
The Bhagavata Purana (by G. V. Tagare)
Chapter 23 - Pṛthu’s penance and ascension to Heaven < [Book 4 - Fourth Skandha]
Significance of the Moon in Ancient Civilizations (by Radhakrishnan. P)
13. Historicity of Astrology in Medieval Age < [Chapter 3 - History of Civilizations and Moon]
Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary) (by Śrī Śrīmad Bhaktivedānta Nārāyana Gosvāmī Mahārāja)
Verse 2.3.13-14 < [Chapter 3 - Bhajana (loving service)]
Vishnudharmottara Purana (Art and Architecture) (by Bhagyashree Sarma)
1. Origin and Development of Temple building < [Chapter 4 - Temple Building]
Stupas in Orissa (Study) (by Meenakshi Chauley)
Buddha Images < [Chapter 5]
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