Significance of Hemanta
Hemanta is defined in both Purana and Science, referring to the winter season. In Purana, it represents the early winter during which the goddess demonstrated steadfastness in her penance. In Ayurveda, Hemanta encompasses late autumn and winter, known for its potential to aggravate Kapha dosha, which can be balanced by Madhu. It emphasizes the need for specific dietary and lifestyle adjustments to cope with the cold conditions typical of this season.1
In Finnish: Hemanta; In Spanish: Hemanta
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The concept of Hemanta in local and regional sources
Hemanta is identified as the cold season in the Suvarnaprabhasasutra, representing one of the four seasonal divisions of the year, each lasting three months, highlighting its significance in regional climate classification.
Significance in India history and geography:
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) Hemanta is the cold season, one of the four seasons mentioned in the Suvarnaprabhasasutra, with each season consisting of three months during a year.[1]