Pretapadma, Preta-padma: 1 definition
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Pretapadma 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: ManthanabhairavatantramPretapadma (प्रेतपद्म) refers to a “lotus and a ghost”, according to the Agnipurāṇa chapter 144.—Accordingly, while describing the visualization of Kubjikā: “(She) is dark blue like the leaf of a blue lotus. She has six faces and six aspects (ṣaṭprakārikā). She is the energy of consciousness and has eighteen eyes and twelve arms. She is seated comfortably on a lion throne and is on top of a lotus and a ghost (pretapadma). She is rich with millions of Kulas. (The snake) Karkoṭa is (her) girdle. Takṣaka is above (him) and so on the throat (of the goddess). Vāsuki is (her) necklace. Kulika is on her two ears. [...]”.
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.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Preta, Padma.
Starts with: Pretapadmasana.
Full-text: Shatprakarika.
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