Round: 2 definitions
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Round 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.
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Natyashastra (theatrics and dramaturgy)
: Shodhganga: Elements of Art and Architecture in the Trtiyakhanda of the Visnudharmottarapurana (natya)Round-shaped objects are associated with Padmakośa-hasta: one of the twenty-two Single-hand Gestures (in Indian Dramas) (known as ṃyܰٲٲ), according to the Viṣṇudharmottarapurāṇa, an ancient Sanskrit text which (being encyclopedic in nature) deals with a variety of cultural topics such as arts, architecture, music, grammar and astronomy.—The word 貹峾ś means the calyx of a lotus. [...] The uses of the 貹峾ś-hasta posture are not mentioned in the Viṣṇudharmottarapurāṇa. But according to the Abhinayadarpaṇa, this posture denotes some round shaped objects like breast of a woman, ball, round shaped cooking pot, egg and bell. The 貹峾ś posture is also used to show the blowing buds of flowers like marigold, lotus etc. Some kind of fruits like mango and wood apple are also portrayed with his hand posture.

Natyashastra (नाट्यशास्त्र, ṭyśٰ) refers to both the ancient Indian tradition (shastra) of performing arts, (natya—theatrics, drama, dance, music), as well as the name of a Sanskrit work dealing with these subjects. It also teaches the rules for composing Dramatic plays (nataka), construction and performance of Theater, and Poetic works (kavya).
Vastushastra (architecture)
: Shodhganga: Elements of Art and Architecture in the Trtiyakhanda of the Visnudharmottarapurana (vastu)Round or Circular-shaped Temples (in ancient Indian architecture) are described in literature such as the Viṣṇudharmottarapurāṇa, an ancient Sanskrit text which (being encyclopedic in nature) deals with a variety of cultural topics such as arts, architecture, music, grammar and astronomy.—Temples like saumudga, ԲԻī, ṛtٲ, ṛṣ etc. were constructed in circular or round shape. According to Viṣṇudharmottarapurāṇa, the 첹ṭi i.e., waist part and the i.e., the slop of the digvandha type of temple should be made in circular shape. Ānanda type of temple should be constructed in square or circular shape.

Vastushastra (वास्तुशास्त्�, vāstuśāstra) refers to the ancient Indian science (shastra) of architecture (vastu), dealing with topics such architecture, sculpture, town-building, fort building and various other constructions. Vastu also deals with the philosophy of the architectural relation with the cosmic universe.
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Commentary on Biography of the thera Uttiya < [Chapter 3 - Subhūtivagga (section on Subhūti)]
Commentary on Biography of the thera Sakacinteniya < [Chapter 7 - Sakacintaniyavagga (section on Sakacintaniya)]
Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine
Yoga therapy as adjunct in systemic sclerosis: a case series. < [Volume 12 (issue 4), Oct-Dec 2021]
Insights on Surya namaskar from its origin to application towards health < [Volume 13 (issue 2), Apr-Jun 2022]
Efficacy of pranayama in preventing COVID-19 in healthcare staff. < [Volume 14 (issue 1), Jan-Feb 2023]
Vinaya (3): The Cullavagga (by T. W. Rhys Davids)
Cullavagga, Khandaka 8, Chapter 5 < [Khandaka 8 - Regulations as to the Duties of the Bhikkhus towards one Another]
Cullavagga, Khandaka 5, Chapter 10 < [Khandaka 5 - On the Daily Life of the Bhikkhus]
Cullavagga, Khandaka 10, Chapter 16 < [Khandaka 10 - On the Duties of Bhikkhunis]
A Discourse on Paticcasamuppada (by Venerable Mahasi Sayadaw)
Chapter 5 - Present Effect Due To Past Cause < [Part 9]
Chapter 2 - Three Cycles < [Part 10]
Chapter 8 - Conclusion < [Part 10]
International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
Role of kapalbhati in netra roga < [2016, Issue X October]
Exploring the role of kapalabhati kriya in the prevention of sinusitis � a review < [2020, Issue 3, March]
Effect of yoga practices in primary hypertension: a single case study < [2019, Issue 8, August]
The Nervous System in Yoga and Tantra (Study) (by Ashok Majumdar)
Pranayama technique (1) Surya Bhedana < [Chapter 2 - The Eight Components of Yoga]
Practical experience of Theos Bernard on various types of Pranayama < [Chapter 2 - The Eight Components of Yoga]
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