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Boddhagama, ǻ岵, Boddha-agama: 1 definition

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Boddhagama 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)

[«𱹾dzܲ Ա»] � Boddhagama in Purana glossary
: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English Translation

ǻ岵 (बोद्धागम) refers to “Buddha’s religion and philosophy�, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.5.6 (“Prayer to Śiva�).—Accordingly, as the Gods eulogized Śiva: “Obeisance to you, the soul of all, obeisance to Śiva the remover of distress, [...] O lord, favourably disposed towards your devotees, those Asuras have resorted to Buddha’s religion and philosophy (ǻ岵-śٲ), thanks to our good fortune and hence they have eschewed all Vedic sacred rites. You have always been the only one carrying out the task of the gods and the bestower of refuge. We have sought refuge in you. Please do as you desire. [...]�.

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The Purana (पुरा�, 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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