Mallikakusuma, Mallikākusuma, Mallika-kusuma: 1 definition
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Mallikakusuma 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 TranslationMallikākusuma (मल्लिकाकुसुम) or Mallikāpuṣpa refers to “flowers of the Mallikā plant” which are used in the worship of Śiva, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.1.14:—“[...] with Śamī leaves he will secure salvation (mukti). With Mallikā flowers (kusuma) he will secure an auspicious woman (śubhatara-strī)”.
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: Mallika, Kusuma.
Starts with: Mallikakusumapriya.
Full-text: Mallikakusumapriya, Mallikapushpa.
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