Dhvamsavajra, Dhvaṃsavajra, Dhvamsa-vajra: 1 definition
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In Hinduism
Purana and Itihasa (epic history)
Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English TranslationDhvaṃsavajra (ध्वंसवज्र) or Dhvaṃsavajraka refers to the “thunderbolt for the destruction (of misery)”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.5.16 (“The battle of the gods”).—Accordingly, as Brahmā and the Gods eulogized Viṣṇu: “[...] O thunderbolt for the destruction (dhvaṃsavajraka) of misery etc. of the gods harassed by the Asuras. Obeisance to you lying on the Serpent-bed. Obeisance to the one who has sun and the moon for his eyes. O lord of Lakṣmī, O ocean of mercy, save us who have sought refuge in you. All the gods have been driven out of heaven by Jalandhara. [...]”.
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: Vajra, Dhvamsa.
Starts with: Dhvamsavajraka.
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