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Chakara

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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(or Chakra), in Hindu mythology, is the mighty weapon of Vishnu, endowed with reason, which by its brightness lights up the entire paradise of the god. It was a ring containing a beautiful gem, and can be seen on the pictures of the god. This ring was made of rays cut from the sun.

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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Chakara'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​c/chakara.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
 
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