Svakiyadhara, Svakiya-adhara, Svakīyādhāra: 1 definition
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In Hinduism
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Source: Google Books: ManthanabhairavatantramSvakīyādhāra (स्वकीयाधार) refers to “one’s own foundation”, according to the Kularatnoddyota, one of the earliest Kubjikā Tantras.—Accordingly, “[...] Free of objectivity and residing in his own foundation (svakīyādhāra-saṃsthita), (he contemplated himself) in order to fashion the wheel called (the Wheel of) Bliss. Thus, O fair lady, as he contemplated himself, billions of aeons passed for (the god who) abides in the aloof reality (of transcendence). Then, the benefactor of the universe, for the benefit of (his) attendants conceived the thought which is supreme Nirvāṇa, namely: ‘Who is our attendant?’. [...]”.
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: Svakiya, Adhara.
Starts with: Svakiyadharasamsthita.
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