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  1. Puranas - Wikipedia

    Puranas (Sanskrit: पुराण, romanized: Purāṇa, lit. 'Ancients'[1]) are a vast genre of Hindu literature that include a wide range of topics, especially legends and other traditional lore. [2] . The Puranas are …

  2. Purana | Hindu Mythology, Legends & Texts | Britannica

    Purana, in the sacred literature of Hinduism, any of a number of popular encyclopaedic collections of myth, legend, and genealogy, varying greatly as to date and origin.

  3. 18 Puranas Names: A Guide to Hindu Mythology & Wisdom

    Lets discover what are Puranas, their origin, significance, types of purana, list of puranas, and the 18 puranas names in order, and the sages who wrote them. The word “Purana” literally translates to …

  4. Origin, Development and General Survey of Puranas – Vedic,epic and ...

    Purana, (Sanskrit: “Ancient”) in the sacred literature of Hinduism, any of a number of popular encyclopaedic collections of myth, legend, and genealogy, varying greatly as to date and origin.

  5. Purana Portal - Wisdom Library

    The Purana (पुराण, purāṇas) refers to Sanskrit literature preserving ancient India’s vast cultural history, including historical legends, religious ceremonies, various arts and sciences.

  6. The 18 Puranas In Hinduism - Dr. Sanjay Sethi

    The Padma Purana consists of 138 chapters and each one relays a vivid description of mythology, cosmology, and Dharma, the Universal Law which binds every living creature and celestial body.

  7. The Legacy of the Puranas in Indian Classical Arts and Literature

    Jul 31, 2025 · The Puranas are a genre of ancient Indian literature that hold a significant place in Hindu tradition. Defined as texts that encompass myth, history, and cosmology, the Puranas are essential …

  8. Puranas - Wikiwand

    Puranas (Sanskrit: पुराण, romanized:Purāṇa, lit. 'Ancients'[1]) are a vast genre of Indian literature that include a wide range of topics, especially legends and other traditional lore. [2] . The Puranas are …

  9. Names of 18 Puranas and their importance

    Jan 28, 2024 · These ancient texts narrate tales of creation, gods, and moral principles, shaping the religious and cultural fabric of Hindu society. They guide devotees on righteous living, ethical …

  10. Purana - New World Encyclopedia

    Purana (Sanskrit: पुराण, meaning "ancient" or "old") is the name of a genre of popular Indian scriptures, primarily found in Hinduism, usually written in the form of stories about specific gods.