Bhrigunagara, Bhṛgunagara: 2 definitions

Introduction:

Bhrigunagara 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 Bhṛgunagara can be transliterated into English as Bhrgunagara or Bhrigunagara, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).

In Hinduism

Shaivism (Shaiva philosophy)

[«previous next»] — Bhrigunagara in Shaivism glossary
Source: Wisdom Library: Kubjikāmata-tantra

Bhṛgunagara (भृगुनगर):—Another name for Caitrakaccha, one of the twenty-four pītha (‘sacred sites’) of the Sūryamaṇḍala according to the Ṣaṭsāhasraṭippanī and the kubjikāmata-tantra.

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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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Purana and Itihasa (epic history)

[«previous next»] — Bhrigunagara in Purana glossary
Source: Cologne Digital Sanskrit Dictionaries: The Purana Index

Bhṛgunagara (भृगुनगर).—Sacred to Lalitāpīṭha.*

  • * Brahmāṇḍa-purāṇa IV. 44. 95.
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The Purana (पुराण, purāṇas) refers to Sanskrit literature preserving ancient India’s vast cultural history, including historical legends, religious ceremonies, various arts and sciences. The eighteen mahapuranas total over 400,000 shlokas (metrical couplets) and date to at least several centuries BCE.

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