Bhavishya Purana
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The Purana "of the future", with sections on vows, festivals and Sun worship. Scholars note that it has been added to over many centuries.
| Tradition | Hindu |
|---|---|
| Type | Purana |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| Period | Composed and revised over many centuries; some sections are relatively late (scholarly estimate) |
| Composed or compiled by | Traditionally attributed to Vyasa |
What it contains
- Duties of the stages of life.
- Many vows (vratas) and festivals.
- Worship of the Sun (Surya).
- Sections presented as prophecies of future ages.
Significance
It is a source for vrata traditions and for the history of Sun worship in India.