Rudhirashani, Rudhirāśanī, Rudhira-ashani: 1 definition
Introduction:
Rudhirashani 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.
The Sanskrit term Rudhirāśanī can be transliterated into English as Rudhirasani or Rudhirashani, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).
In Hinduism
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Source: Google Books: ManthanabhairavatantramRudhirāśanī (रुधिराशनी) refers to “she who eats blood”, according to the Jayadrathayāmala 2.19.—Accordingly, “Recollect the eternal (nityā) Kālarātrī, who is very horrific. Her face is black (kālavaktrā) and she instills fear. She is adorned with a flag bearing an owl. Naked, she is very fierce. Transported by that (owl) and naked, she eats blood (rudhirāśanī)”.
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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Partial matches: Asani, Rudhira.
Full-text: Asani.
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