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  en: The Bhāgavata Purāṇa attributed to Vyāsa, regarded as the most esteemed of the 18 Mahāpurāṇas, blends narrative, philosophy, and devotion, centering on Kṛṣṇa’s life. It has been widely translated, commented upon, and performed, shaping bhakti theology and ranking among Hinduism’s most influential scriptures (Venkatkrishnan, p. 2). Though a Purāṇa, it stands out for its refined storytelling, poetic style, and philosophical depth. With over 18,000 verses, it rivals the Rāmāyaṇa and Mahābhārata in significance (Oxford Center for Hindu Studies).This manuscript (fols. 37a–79b) is heavily annotated in the margins and between lines, possibly in medieval Bengali. Some pages show water damage, but the text remains legible.
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    en: Śrimad Bhāgavatam, Śrimad Bhāgavata Mahāpurāṇa, Bhāgavata
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