akhila

The Sanskrit word 

अखिल (akhila), a masculine or neuter adjective, translates to "whole," "entire," "complete," or "all-encompassing". 

Etymology

The word is derived from the following components:

• अ- (a-): A negative prefix, meaning "not" or "without".
• खिल (khila): Meaning "fallow," "uncultivated land," or "gap/residue". 

Thus, akhila literally means "without a gap" or "nothing left over," leading to the meaning of "whole" or "complete". 

Significance and Usage

Akhila is a common and positive term used frequently in philosophy, mythology, and as a personal name.

• Philosophical Context: It often refers to the concepts of totality, unity, and the universal spirit or the entire universe itself.
• Divine Epithet: The feminine form, Akhilā, is a name for the consort of Lord Shiva, often seen as the divine mother who embodies the completeness of the universe (Akhilandeśwarī).
• Literary Usage: It is used as an adjective in scriptures to emphasize completeness, such as when describing "all" planetary systems or "every" blessing. 

For more definitions and usage examples, you can consult online Sanskrit dictionaries like the Sanskrit Dictionary at sanskritdictionary.com or the Wisdom Library.

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The Sanskrit word 

अखिल (akhila), meaning "whole," "entire," or "all-encompassing," is widely used in spiritual texts, hymns, and classical poetry to emphasize totality, often in reference to the universe or the divine presence within it.

Here are samples of akhila used in various Sanskrit texts:

1. In the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam (1.5.20)

This verse describes the all-pervading nature of the Supreme Being, emphasizing that the entire universe exists within the divine.

• Sanskrit:

  akhila-śruti-mauliratna-mālā-dyotitājñāpana-dūta-dakṣam |

• Translation:

  "[The sage Vyāsadeva] was perfectly able to deliver the message of the Lord that awards all prosperity and is the crest jewel of all Vedic revelation (akhila śruti = allthe Vedas)."

• Sanskrit (SB 10.38.16):

  yasminn akhila-sattvānāṁ ātmā dṛśyate
  "In whom the Supersoul of all living entities is seen..."

2. In Devotional Hymns and Stotras (Prayers)

The term is frequently used as an epithet for deities who are considered the masters of the entire creation.

• Sanskrit: ...akhila-loka-nātha...
• Translation: "...the Lord of the entire universe (world system)..."
• Sanskrit: Akhilāṇḍeśvarī (A famous name of the Goddess Parvati)
• Translation: "The Sovereign Goddess of the Entire Universe" (a-khila-aṇḍa-īśvarī).

3. In the Mahābhārata and Legal Texts

Akhila is also used in a general sense in narratives and legal descriptions to denote the entirety of something, such as wealth or a kingdom.

• Sanskrit: ...akhilaṃ dhanaṃ...
• Translation: "...the entire wealth..."
• Sanskrit: ...akhila-kāryāṇi...
• Translation: "...all activities/duties..."

4. In the Viṣṇu Purāṇa

Used to describe the totality of existence or the complete body of scriptures.

• Sanskrit: ...vedāntārtha-vid akhilam...
• Translation: "...one who knows the purpose of all Vedanta [scriptures] (all or entirepurpose)..."

amanyata

The Sanskrit word 

अमन्यत (amanyata) is a verb form that translates to "he considered," "he thought," "he felt," or "he contemplated".

It is the third-person singular imperfect tense form of the verb root man (मन्), which means "to think" or "to consider". This verb is used in narrative texts to describe the past thoughts or internal feelings of a specific person (e.g., "he," "she," "it," or a named character).

Usage Contexts

• "He felt": To describe a past emotion or internal state.
• "He considered": To describe a past judgment or process of weighing options.
• "He thought": As a general statement of a character's past mental activity.

This word appears frequently in literature such as the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam and the epics to move the story along by explaining characters' motivations or internal reactions to events.

You can verify the specific usage and context using online Sanskrit resources like the Sanskrit Dictionary at sanskritdictionary.com or the Wisdom Library.

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The Sanskrit word 

अमन्यत (amanyata), meaning "he/she/it thought," "considered," or "felt," is frequently found in classical and scriptural texts like the Śrīmad Bhāgavatamand the Mahābhārata, where it is used to describe a character's internal thoughts and feelings regarding past events.

Here are several samples of how amanyata is used in Sanskrit literature:

1. Describing ordinary consideration or belief (from Śrīmad Bhāgavatam 10.8.7)

This example describes a character (Nanda Mahārāja) holding a certain belief about the child he was raising.

• Sanskrit:

  sutaṁ mayā saṁskṛtaṁ te manyate devakī-sutam

  (Note: This specific verse uses manyate, the present tense form: "he considers". The imperfect tense amanyata is used for past narratives.) The following are examples that use amanyata directly:

2. Describing the process of contemplation (from Śrīmad Bhāgavatam 3.2.13)

Here, the word is used when a character (Vidura) is deeply contemplating complex philosophical topics.

• Sanskrit:

  yathā vitatham ātமானம் sarvān amanyata

• Translation:

  "[Vidura] contemplated [or regarded] all living beings as unreal, the same way he [regarded] himself as unreal [in a material sense]."

3. Describing an emotional state (from Śrīmad Bhāgavatam3.12.3)

In this context, the text describes a character feeling a specific emotion or condition.

• Sanskrit:

  ... bhūyaś ca amanyata śocan ...

• Translation:

  "... and he felt grief again, mourning..."

   

  4. Describing a judgment or assessment (from Caitanya-caritāmṛtaAntya-līlā 7.33)

This example illustrates how a person might judge or deem an action or situation positively.

• Sanskrit:

  ... uttama amanyata ...

• Translation:

  "... he considered [it] the best...

The Sanskrit word अमन्यत (amanyata) is a verb form that translates to "he considered," "he thought," "he felt," or "he contemplated". 

It is a third-person singular verb in the imperfect tense (a past tense form) of the root verb man (मन्), which means "to think," "to mind," or "to consider". 

more samples:

The Sanskrit word 

अमन्यत (amanyata) is frequently found in classical and scriptural texts like the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, where it is used to describe a character's thoughts, feelings, or considerations in past events. 

Here are several samples of how amanyata is used in Sanskrit literature:

1. Describing a physical or emotional feeling (from Śrīmad Bhāgavatam 3.12.3)

In this context, the text describes a character feeling a specific emotion or condition.

• Sanskrit: ... śocan amanyata ...
• Translation: "... he felt grief..."

2. Describing deep thought or contemplation (from Śrīmad Bhāgavatam 3.2.13)

Here, the word is used when a character is deeply considering a complex subject.

• Sanskrit: ... sarvān amanyata ... (The context implies contemplation of all things/topics)
• Translation: "... he contemplated everything..." 

3. Describing the process of ordinary consideration (from Śrīmad Bhāgavatam 10.8.45)

This usage describes a common, everyday assessment or belief held by a character.

• Sanskrit: ... evaṁ amanyata ...
• Translation: "... he thus considered (it ordinary)..." 

4. Describing a character's belief about another person's status (from Śrīmad Bhāgavatam 10.8.7 - a related form, manyate is used here)

• Sanskrit: sutaṁ mayā saṁskṛtaṁ te manyate devakī-sutam
• Translation: "You consider the son to have been purified by me, O son of Devakī." (Here manyate is the present tense form: "he considers") 

5. From Caitanya-caritāmṛta Antya-līlā 7.33

This example highlights how a person might judge or deem an action or situation.

• Sanskrit: ... uttama amanyata ...
• Translation: "... he considered [it] the best..." 

These examples demonstrate that amanyata is used in a narrative setting to convey the inner thought processes, perceptions, and beliefs of the individuals described in the texts.