abhiseka
|ab-hi-se-ka|
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/ˌɑːbɪˈseɪkə/
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/ˌæbɪˈseɪkə/
ceremonial anointing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abhiseka' originates from Sanskrit, specifically the word 'अभिषेक', where 'abhi-' meant 'toward' and 'ṣeka' meant 'pouring or sprinkling.'
Historical Evolution
'अभिषेक' transformed into the Pali word 'abhiseka,' and eventually became the modern English word 'abhiseka' through transliteration.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pouring or sprinkling,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'ceremonial anointing or consecration.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a ceremonial anointing or consecration, often used in Hindu and Buddhist traditions.
The abhiseka ceremony was performed to consecrate the new temple.
Synonyms
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