Maunibhuta, Maunībhūta, Mauni-bhuta: 1 definition

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Maunibhuta 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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Purana and Itihasa (epic history)

[«previous next»] — Maunibhuta in Purana glossary
Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English Translation

Maunībhūta (मौनीभूत) refers to “standing silent (in front of someone)”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.4.1 (“The dalliance of Śiva”).—Accordingly, after the Gods spoke to Lord Viṣṇu: “After saying this, O great sage, all the depressed gods, stood silent (maunībhūta) along with me in front of Viṣṇu [puro viṣṇormaunībhūtāssu] with great misery. On hearing those words, Viṣṇu took us all immediately to the mountain Kailāsa, the favourite haunt of Śiva. After going there in the company of the gods and me, the favourite deity of the gods went to the excellent resort of Śiva with a desire to see Śiva. [...]”.

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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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