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'Rama with an axe'), also referred to as Rama Jamadagnya, Rama Bhargava and Virarama, [3] is the sixth avatar among the Dashavatara of the preserver god Vishnu in Hinduism. [4] He is believed to be one of the Chiranjivis (Immortals), who will appear at the end of the Kali Yuga to be the guru of Vishnu's tenth and last incarnation, Kalki .
- The reason behind the name Parshuram. The word Parashurama is derived from two words parashu (परशु) meaning ‘axe’ and Rama (राम). The word Parshuram means ‘Rama with an axe’.
- Shiva Dhanus and Parashurama. According to Ramayana, Lord Parshuram was upset with Lord Rama who broke the bow that belongs to his Guru, Lord Shiva. Angry warrior sage gave Sharanga (Bow passed by Lord Vishnu) to Rama and challenged him to strings and shoot at him.
- The Immortal One – Chiranjeevi. There are many immortals according to Hindu scriptures and stories. In Sanskrit, Chiranjeevi means a long-lived person, Chiram (means long) and Jivee (means lived).
- Parshuram Killed Kartavirya Arjuna, One with 1000 hands. King Kartavriya Arjuna was the reason why Parshuram was vengeful of the Kshatriyas. Sage Jamadagni had a divine cow gifted by Lord Indra, which could feed any number of people with delicious food within seconds.
The story of Lord Parashurama receiving axe from Lord Shiva is described in Brahmanda Purana. It is described in part 2 chapter 24: " Penance of Parashurama; His acquisition of the knowledge of astras". You can download this book here. Here is how Brahmanda Purana narrates the event:
Apr 6, 2017 · Parasurama, also known as the "axe-wielding Rama," was the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. He was born into a Brahmin or priestly family but had the immense physical power and killer instinct than a Kshatriya or the warrior class.
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4 days ago · In the Ramayana he encounters another avatar, Rama, who wins the bow of the god Shiva, which Parashurama had given to Rama’s father-in-law. Rama later subdues Parashurama when challenged to a fight. Parashurama is the traditional founder of Malabar and is said to have bestowed land there on members of the priestly class whom he brought down ...
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
After pleasing Lord Shiva with intense meditation, Parshuram received an axe, which he carried with him in battle. His name literally means "Rama with an axe". He learned methods of war and other combat skills from Lord Shiva as well.
Jan 28, 2014 · Parasurama, from the Sanskrit parasu ("axe") and rama ("man"), is the sixth avatar of the Hindu god Vishnu.
