Kincidbhita, Kiñcidbhīta, Kincit-bhita: 1 definition

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Kincidbhita 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.

Alternative spellings of this word include Kinchidbhita.

In Hinduism

Purana and Itihasa (epic history)

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Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English Translation

Kiñcidbhīta (किञ्चिद्भीत) refers to “being a little frightened”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.3.33 (“The appeasement of Himavat”).—Accordingly, after Seven Sages spoke to Himavat (Himācala): “On hearing the words of the sages, Himavat laughed but he was a little frightened (kiñcidbhīta). He spoke with humility”.

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The Purana (पुराण, 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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