Mahatsarga, Mahat-sarga: 1 definition
Introduction:
Mahatsarga 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.
In Hinduism
Purana and Itihasa (epic history)
Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English TranslationMahatsarga (महत्सर्ग) refers to the “creation of intellect” and represents the sixth of the nine classes of cosmic creation (sarga), according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.1.15:—“[...] Brahmā evolved three types of creation from Prakṛti. The first one was the creation of Mahat (the cosmic principle of intellect) [viz., Mahatsarga]. The second was that of the subtle elements [viz., Sūkṣmabhūtasarga]. The third was Vaikārika (of the nature of transformations and ramifications) [viz., Vaikārikasarga]. Thus with five Vaikṛta types and three later Prākṛtas there were eight types of creation. [...] I cannot adequately describe the divisions and sub-divisions of all these types of creation (e.g., Mahatsarga). [...]”.
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.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Mahat, Sarga.
Full-text: Bhutadikasarga, Prakrita, Vaikarikasarga, Sukshmabhutasarga, Sarga.
Relevant text
Search found 2 books and stories containing Mahatsarga, Mahat-sarga; (plurals include: Mahatsargas, sargas). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
The Shiva Purana (by J. L. Shastri)
Chapter 15 - The manifestation of Rudra < [Section 2.1 - Rudra-saṃhitā (1): Sṛśṭi-khaṇḍa]
A History of Indian Philosophy Volume 3 (by Surendranath Dasgupta)