Acarapalaka, Ācārapālaka, Acara-palaka: 1 definition
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Acarapalaka 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.
Alternative spellings of this word include Acharapalaka.
In Hinduism
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Source: Google Books: ManthanabhairavatantramĀcārapālaka (आचारपालक) refers to “one who maintains right conduct” (representing a characteristic of a true teacher or Guru), according to the Kubjikāmata-tantra, the earliest popular and most authoritative Tantra of the Kubjikā cult.—Accordingly, “One should make an effort to seek a teacher who brings about eternal bliss and awakens (his disciples) to what is beneficial. (The true teacher is) is fortunate and pleasing to see. [...] Of steady intellect, he maintains right conduct (ācārapālaka) and is well established in the Rules. He does not abandon what comes to him and he does not cling to what has gone. [...]”.
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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