A Concise Encyclopaedia of Hinduism
author: Swami Harshananda
edition: 2008, Ramakrishna Math
pages: 2084
ISBN-13: 9788179070574
Topic: Hinduism
Encyclopaedia of Hinduism - Bhiksa
This page describes Bhiksa which is located on page 295 of the first volume in the book: A Concise Encyclopaedia of Hinduism by Swami Harshananda. This book, known as “a concise encyclopaedia of hinduism”, includes a vast amount of topics covering general aspects on Hinduism, but also contains important aspects regarding Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism This page contains an online preview of the full text and summarizes technical terms, as well as information if you want to buy this book.
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Jainism and Patanjali Yoga (Comparative Study) [by Deepak bagadia]
The scripture “Haribhadriya Astaka” (chapter 5/1) describes bhiksa (alms, begging) of Jain monks and is of three types: i. Dinavrtti bhiksa: Anatha (Handicapped), who are unable to cook, begs due to disability or unability. ii. Paurushaghni bhiksa: Able, healthy persons beg due to lazyness, lethargy iii. Sarvasampatkari bhiksha: Detached saints beg whatever is spontaneously available (sahaj prapta), just to follow non-violence and to observe Samyama (control over senses). 4....
Read full contents: Part 5 - Jain scriptures and Spiritual teachers
Bhagavatpadabhyudaya by Lakshmana Suri (study) [by Lathika M. P.]
He advised Mandana that he had to see him as Mahavishnu and invite him for Bhiksha. Mandana however accepted and invited Shankara for Bhiksha. Shankara replied that he came there for ‘Vadabhiksha and not for ‘Edible Bhiksha . The defeated should be the disciple of the victor. His purpose was to spread Vedanta every where. It was the true gospel to follow for gaining salvation. He declared that Vedanta was the only medicine for man s ills in samsara....
Read full contents: Canto VI—Meeting with Sureshvara
Chaitanya Bhagavata [by Bhumipati Dasa]
advaita balena,—“bhiksha karaha gosani!” sannyasi balena,—“bhiksha deha yaha cai || 141 || English translation: (141) Advaita said, “O Gosani, kindly take your meal here. ” The sannyasiCommentary: Gaudiya-bhashya by Shrila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakura:replied, “Give me the alms that I desire....
Read full contents: Verse 3.4.141
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