Karandhra, Ka-randhra: 1 definition
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Karandhra 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.
In Hinduism
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Source: Google Books: ManthanabhairavatantramKarandhra (करन्ध्र) refers to the “cavity of the head” and represents the location associated with Oḍḍiyāṇa, one of the sacred seats (pīṭha) according to the Ṣaṭsāhasrasaṃhitā, an expansion of the Kubjikāmatatantra: the earliest popular and most authoritative Tantra of the Kubjikā cult.—The Ṣaṭsāhasrasaṃhitā, which presents the four seats (pīṭhacatuṣka) as the first group of four that constitutes the Krama of Twenty-eight, Earth is simply omitted.
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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Ends with: Anekarandhra, Nasikarandhra.
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