Samanani, Samānanī: 1 definition
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Samanani 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: Wisdom Library: Kubjikāmata-tantraSamānanī (समाननी):—Fifth of the eight Mātṛs born from the body of Calanī, according to the Kubjikāmata-tantra. These eight sub-manifestations (mātṛ), including Samānanī, symbolize a relation to the wind. Samānanī itself represents samāna, one of the five vital airs. They are presided over by the Bhairava Asitāṅga. Calanī is the fifth of the Eight Mahāmātṛs, residing within the Mātṛcakra (third of the five cakras) and represents wind.
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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Notices of Sanskrit Manuscripts (by Rajendralala Mitra)
Devala-smriti (critical study) (by Mukund Lalji Wadekar)
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Goddess Laksmi < [Purana, Volume 4, Part 1 (1962)]
Discussion on the Kalki Purana < [Purana, Volume 10, Part 2 (1968)]
Notes on Some Early Indian Names < [Purana, Volume 6, Part 2 (1964)]