mahabharatam
Definition
Proper noun 1. A major Sanskrit epic: The Mahabharatam (also commonly spelled Mahabharata) is one of the two great ancient Indian epic poems, fundamental to Hindu religious and philosophical tradition. It narrates the story of the Kurukshetra War and the fates of the Kaurava and Pandava princes.
Usage
The word "Mahabharatam" is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to this epic text. It is often used in academic, religious, and cultural discussions. * The Mahabharatam is a cornerstone of Hindu literature. * Scholars study the philosophical dialogues within the Mahabharatam. * The story of the Mahabharatam has been adapted into numerous plays and television series.
Advanced Usage
- As a cultural reference: The epic is so vast and influential that its characters and events are often cited as archetypes or metaphors in broader discourse.
- Their family dispute was like something out of the Mahabharatam.
Variants and Related Words
- Mahabharata: The more common English transliteration of the Sanskrit title.
- The Mahabharata: The standard way to refer to the epic in English, often preceded by the definite article "the."
Synonyms
- Epic: (a long narrative poem, but this is a general term, not a specific synonym)
- Itihasa: A Sanskrit term meaning "history" or "thus indeed it was," used to classify the Mahabharatam and the Ramayana within Hindu tradition.
Related Concepts
- Bhagavad Gita: A 700-verse Hindu scripture that is part of the Mahabharatam (Book 6, Bhishma Parva). It is a central philosophical text presented as a dialogue between Prince Arjuna and the god Krishna.
- Puranas: A genre of ancient Indian literature; while related, the Mahabharatam is classified separately as an Itihasa.
- Ramayana: The other major ancient Indian epic, traditionally ascribed to the sage Valmiki.
Noun
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(Hinduism) a sacred epic Sanskrit poem of India dealing in many episodes with the struggle between two rival families
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