Vidyanga, Vidya-anga, Vidyāṅga: 1 definition
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Shaivism (Shaiva philosophy)
Source: Brill: Śaivism and the Tantric TraditionsVidyāṅga (विद्याङ्ग) refers to the “ancillary mantras”, according to the Siddhayogeśvarīmata chapter 10.—Accordingly, “[The Goddess spoke]:—I have previously asked you about the Doctrine of the Yoginīs (Siddhayogeśvarīmata), O God, which helps to make mantras effective without any observances or worship. However, you have asserted, O God, that success depends on the ancillary mantras (vidyāṅga-saṃsthitā); therefore, tell me briefly about how to practise the observances associated with them. [...]”.
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: Anga, Vidya, Anka.
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