Padma Purana
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A large Vaishnava Purana named after the lotus (padma) from which Brahma was born, with sections on creation, pilgrimage and devotion.
| Tradition | Hindu (mainly Vaishnava) |
|---|---|
| Type | Purana |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| Period | Composed in layers over many centuries (scholarly estimate) |
| Composed or compiled by | Traditionally attributed to Vyasa |
What it contains
- Sections (khandas) on creation (Srishti), the earth (Bhumi), heaven (Svarga), the underworld (Patala) and a later section (Uttara); recensions differ.
- Stories of Rama and of Vishnu's devotees.
- Praise of holy places and vows such as Ekadashi.
- A Gita Mahatmya praising each chapter of the Bhagavad Gita.
Significance
It is widely used in Vaishnava worship, vows and pilgrimage traditions.