Abhavapada, Abhava-pada, Abhāvapada: 1 definition

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Abhavapada 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.

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Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)

[«previous next»] — Abhavapada in Shaktism glossary
Source: Google Books: Manthanabhairavatantram

Abhāvapada (अभावपद) refers to the “plane devoid of phenomenal being”, according to Tantric texts such as the Kubjikāmata-tantra, the earliest popular and most authoritative Tantra of the Kubjikā cult.—(Nirodhin) established on the transcendental plane devoid of phenomenal being (abhāvapada) is seated on the Doomsday Fire contemplating each Wheel individually in accord with its own essential nature. In the form of Akuleśvara, he is powerful with consciousness (vijñāna). He bears the form that suits him most (as he pleases). (The Yogi) who does not belong to a lineage and is on some other plane does not reach the plane of omniscience with this practice. [...]

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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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