Bauddhadeva, Bauddha-deva: 1 definition

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Bauddhadeva 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)

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Source: Google Books: Manthanabhairavatantram

Bauddhadeva (बौद्धदेव) is the sixth of the Nine Nāthas. His pūjā name is Kamalānanda and he belongs to the Lineage of the Child. According to the Ṣaṭsāhasrasaṃhitā and the Kulakaulinīmata, he was a king, as he is said to be in this account. This account also agrees with the Kulakaulinīmata, which refers to him as Mahīpāla, the son of Someśvara.

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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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