Cosmetics, Costumes and Ornaments in Ancient India
by Remadevi. O. | 2009 | 54,177 words
This page relates ‘Materials (k): Bhishmamani’ of the study on cosmetics, costumes and ornaments of ancient India based on Sanskrit sources. Chapter one deals with cosmetics and methods of enhancing beauty; Chapter two deals with costumes, garments and dresses; Chapter three deals with ornaments for humans and animals. Each chapter deals with their respective materials, types, preparation and trade, as prevalent in ancient Indian society.
1.2. Materials (k): Bhīṣmamaṇi
Bhīṣmamaṇi is said to be formed from the semen of the demon Bala. Its colour resembles a conch or a white lotus. According to Garuḍapurāṇa[1], this gem is useful in keeping away the wild beasts and in removing the poison of harmful creatures. A person who wears this gem will not be afflicted by the fear of fire, water, enemy and thief.
Footnotes and references:
[1]:
I.76.1-4, 6