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Indrapraharaṇam

From Hindupedia, the Hindu Encyclopedia

By M. A. Alwar


Gender of word[edit]

Indrapraharaṇam is a neutral form.

Origin[edit]

It is derived from indrasya praharaṇam which means "The weapon of Indra".

Definition[edit]

Indrapraharaṇam refers to Indra's vajra or the weapon of Indra.[1]

References[edit]

  • Shabdakalpadrumah by Raja Radhakantdev, Varadaprasada Vasu, Haricarana Vasu