Simhananda, Simha-ananda, Siṃhānanda: 1 definition
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Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Source: Google Books: ManthanabhairavatantramSiṃhānanda (सिंहानन्द) is the “worship name” of Vaṭapura—one of the Sixteen Siddhas according to the Kubjikānityāhnikatilaka: a derative text drawing from Tantras and other sources such as the Ṣaṭsāhasrasaṃhitā.—These sixteen spiritual teachers represent the disciples of the Nine Nāthas who propagated the Western Transmission noted in the Kubjikā Tantras.—Vaṭapura is the Caryā name of this Nātha (i.e., the public name the Siddha uses when living as a wandering renouncer). His Prapūjya or “worship name” is Siṃhānanda (or Siddhānanda). This Pūjā name is the one by which the Siddhas are worshipped.
Shakta (शाक्त, śākta) or Shaktism (śāktism) represents a tradition of Hinduism where the Goddess (Devi) is revered and worshipped. Shakta literature includes a range of scriptures, including various Agamas and Tantras, although its roots may be traced back to the Vedas.
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Partial matches: Simha, Ananda.
Starts with: Simhanandana.
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