Significance of Twelfth century
Synonyms: 12th century, Medieval period, 12th century ce
In Dutch: Twaalfde eeuw; In Finnish: Kahdestoista vuosisata; In Spanish: Siglo XII
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Hindu concept of 'Twelfth century'
The Twelfth century in Hinduism signifies a pivotal era marked by literary advancements, particularly with the Naishadhacarita, and notable architectural developments in Ceylon, alongside cultural influences evident in works like those of Walter Mapes.
From: Kathasaritsagara (the Ocean of Story)
(1) The time period during which the work of Walter Mapes, mentioning similar tales, was produced.[1]
From: Naishadha-charita of Shriharsha
(1) The time period to which the Naishadhacarita has been assigned, marking it as a significant literary work of that era.[2]
From: Vastu-shastra (Introduction to Indian architecture)
(1) A historical period during which notable advancements in architecture occurred in Ceylon.[3]
The concept of Twelfth century in local and regional sources
The Twelfth century marks a significant era characterized by romantic expressions in literature, notable narrative developments in South Asian languages, the life of Matön Shérap Senggé, and the creation of the Manasollasa, which discusses cultural practices around drinking.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The time period referenced for the love-song where a lady is expectantly waiting for her lover.[4] (2) The time period when early narrative forms were written, primarily in Sanskrit and Prakrit.[5]
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) This is the time period in which the Manasollasa was written, which includes a chapter on drinking and mentions sidhu and other related drinks.[6] (2) The century where Matön Shérap Senggé was alive, who was assigned the practice of mendrup by an unnamed master.[7]