Lunar fluid: 1 definition
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Lunar fluid 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
Yoga (school of philosophy)
Source: ORA: Amanaska (king of all yogas): A Critical Edition and Annotated Translation by Jason BirchThe Lunar Fluid is denoted by the Sanskrit term Candrī, according to the Haṭhapradīpikā 3.96-98.—Accordingly, the lunar fluid (cāndrī) is to be mixed with ashes and applied to the upper body.
Yoga is originally considered a branch of Hindu philosophy (astika), but both ancient and modern Yoga combine the physical, mental and spiritual. Yoga teaches various physical techniques also known as āsanas (postures), used for various purposes (eg., meditation, contemplation, relaxation).
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Full-text: Candri, Duticakra, Shitala, Ulbana, Khandakapalika, Divine sight, Amaroli, Pittolbana, Ulbanatva, Pitta, Ambudhara, Nasya, Amari, Divyadrishti, Uttamanga, Nihsarata, Ploshana, Nihsrita, Vibhuti, Dahana.
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Guhyagarbha Tantra (with Commentary) (by Gyurme Dorje)
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