Pralay
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Pralay in Hindu mythology means the day when Earth will be destroyed by Nature's fury. Christians refer to it as Judgement Day. The literal meaning for Pralay, coming from Sanskrit is destruction.
Other transliterations: Proloy.
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From Makanndeya Purana: “At the end of the night, when the inundating Pralay receded and the Lord awakened from His prolonged sleep, He began the work of creation again. It was even more amazing for Markandeya to see the inundating water recede and new creation taking place. He began to pray the Lord with folded hands. Pleased by his prayers, the Lord said that He always protected His devotees even during the most severe crises. Markandeya then asked about the appearance of the true devotees of the Lord. He also expressed his curiosity to know the reasons of their birth.”
