Ishvaratattva, Ishvara-tattva, Īśvaratattva: 4 definitions
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Ishvaratattva 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.
The Sanskrit term Īśvaratattva can be transliterated into English as Isvaratattva or Ishvaratattva, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).
In Hinduism
Shaivism (Shaiva philosophy)
Source: Wisdom Library: ŚaivismĪśvara-tattva (ईश्वरतत्त्व):—Fourth of the five successive phases that occur during the unity of Śiva and Śakti (subject and object). Their unity is initiated upon the cosmic process of creation.
Source: Wisdom Library: ŚaivismĪśvaratattva (ईश्वरतत्त्व, “the lord”):—One of the Thirty-six Tattvas, according to Śaiva doctrine. This is the fourth or thirty-third tattva (when counting in reverse). These primary principles (tattva) represent the different manifestations of Brahman (universal consciousness) which together form the basis of our experiences. The Īśvara-tattva forms part of the group of five Śuddha-tattvas, which together constitue the realm of Śuddha-māyā.
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.
General definition (in Hinduism)
Source: Veda (wikidot): HinduismIshvara-Tattva: The fourth level represents God's Power of Pure, Infinite Knowledge whereby He is able to know all things. At this stage God begins to conceive in His Mind the Universe to be created.
Source: Nadalila: 36 TattvaThe lord (Īśvara): the personal God. “I am this, this am I.” (aham-idam-idam-aham). Associated with jñana-śakti–the power of knowing.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Tattva, Ishvara.
Starts with: Ishvaratattvanirupana.
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Notices of Sanskrit Manuscripts (by Rajendralala Mitra)
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