Indudhavala, Indu-dhavala: 1 definition
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Indudhavala means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
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Shaivism (Shaiva philosophy)
Source: SOAS University of London: Protective Rites in the Netra TantraIndudhavala (इन्दुधवल) refers to a “dazzling white” (conch shell bowl), according to the Netratantra of Kṣemarāja: a Śaiva text from the 9th century in which Śiva (Bhairava) teaches Pārvatī topics such as metaphysics, cosmology, and soteriology.—Accordingly, [verse 13.29-36, while describing the appearance and worship of Rudra]—“Assuming the form of Rudra, [Amṛteśa holds] a dazzling white conch shell bowl (śaṅkhakunda-indudhavala). [Rudra has the] form of Sadāśiva [and the Mantrin] visualizes [him] with four arms, mounted on a man. [...]”.
Shaiva (शैव, śaiva) or Shaivism (śaivism) represents a tradition of Hinduism worshiping Shiva as the supreme being. Closely related to Shaktism, Shaiva literature includes a range of scriptures, including Tantras, while the root of this tradition may be traced back to the ancient Vedas.
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Partial matches: Dhavala, Indu, Tavala, Imtu.
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