Periyan, Periyaṉ: 1 definition
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Periyan means something in the history of ancient India. 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.
India history and geography
Source: academia.edu: Minor Chiefs and "Hero" in Ancient TamilakamPeriyaṉ is a name related to the historical geography and rulers of ancient Tamil Nadu, occuring in Sangam literature such as the Akanāṉūṟu and the Puṟanāṉūṟu.
The history of India traces the identification of countries, villages, towns and other regions of India, as well as mythology, zoology, royal dynasties, rulers, tribes, local festivities and traditions and regional languages. Ancient India enjoyed religious freedom and encourages the path of Dharma, a concept common to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.
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Starts with: Periya Nampi, Periyanangai, Periyanangan, Periyanankai, Periyanatai, Periyanitam.
Ends with: Thali periyan.
Full-text: Thali periyan, Pupan, O.
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Temples in and around Madurantakam (by B. Mekala)
Penndati or Pendati (servant) < [Chapter 6 - Social and Economic Activities]
Tiruvaymoli (Thiruvaimozhi): English translation (by S. Satyamurthi Ayyangar)
Pasuram 10.8.8 < [Section 8 - Eighth Tiruvaymoli (Tirumaliruncolai)]
Later Chola Temples (by S. R. Balasubrahmanyam)
Temples in Kovilur (Usattanam) < [Chapter XVI - Temples of Rajendra III’s Time]