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Dandam

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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in Hindi mythology, is a staff with seven ash knots, which the Sanjasi, or Indian saints carry, and whose knots they must daily moisten with water from the Ganges, whereby they are protected against all influences of evil daemons. Dandavatren, in Hindu mythology. is a new birth and the third incarnation of the giant daemon Eruniakassiaben, one of the two Daidyas. He was subdued and slain by Vishnu, according to the Avatera.

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