Abhimantrya, Abhi-mantrya: 1 definition
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Shaivism (Shaiva philosophy)
Source: SOAS University of London: Protective Rites in the Netra TantraAbhimantrya (अभिमन्त्र्य) refers to “infusing with mantras”, according to the Netratantra of Kṣemarāja: a Śaiva text from the 9th century in which Śiva (Bhairava) teaches Pārvatī topics such as metaphysics, cosmology, and soteriology.—Accordingly, [verse 19.117-120, while describing the protection of the kingdom’s animals]—“The Mantrin should honor [Amṛteśa] in the middle of the cows, from this the herd should increase. He applies vermillion or red chalk infused with the mantra (abhimantrya) to the tips of the horns of the cow for [their] protection. He should perform the same rite to protect the horses. After he infuses the water jug with the mantra, he should pour it over their heads. [...]”.
Shaiva (शैव, śaiva) or Shaivism (śaivism) represents a tradition of Hinduism worshiping Shiva as the supreme being. Closely related to Shaktism, Shaiva literature includes a range of scriptures, including Tantras, while the root of this tradition may be traced back to the ancient Vedas.
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The Practice Manual of Noble Tārā Kurukullā (by Dharmachakra Translation Committee)
Women in the Atharva-veda Samhita (by Pranab Jyoti Kalita)
3(b). Charm to Allay Jealousy < [Chapter 5 - Women in the Rites and Rituals of the Atharvaveda]
5j. Position of Widow < [Chapter 3 - The Familial and Social Life of Women in the Atharvaveda]
2. Rites Related to Birth (c): Puṃsavana < [Chapter 5 - Women in the Rites and Rituals of the Atharvaveda]
Warfare and Military System in Vedic Literature (by Rinki Deka)
The Office of the Royal Priest and His Duties < [Chapter 3 - The Religious observances and other Beliefs related to the Warfare]
Religious Beliefs and other Practices related to Warfare < [Chapter 3 - The Religious observances and other Beliefs related to the Warfare]
Atharvaveda and Charaka Samhita (by Laxmi Maji)
4a. Kuṣṭha-roga (leprosy) in the Atharvaveda < [Chapter 5 - Diseases and Remedies in Atharvaveda and Caraka-Saṃhitā]