Acalalinga, Acala-linga, Acalaliṅga: 1 definition
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Acalalinga 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.
Alternative spellings of this word include Achalalinga.
In Hinduism
Shaivism (Shaiva philosophy)
Source: Wisdom Library: ŚaivismAcalaliṅga (अचललिङ्ग) is another name for sthāvaraliṅga, a Sanskrit technical term referring to “immovable liṅgas”. The term is used thoughout Śaiva literature.
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.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Acala, Achala, Linga.
Full-text: Sthavaralinga, Calalinga, Linga, Manushalinga.
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