Bhuprastara, Bhūprastāra, Bhu-prastara: 2 definitions
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Bhuprastara 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.
In Hinduism
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Source: Google Books: ManthanabhairavatantramBhūprastāra (भूप्रस्तार) (Cf. Meruprastāra) refers to the “worship of the Śrīcakra performed on a flat surface”, according to Bäumer who references the Śilparatnakośa.—The worship of the Śrīcakra can be performed on a flat surface—drawn on the earth or ground or on a piece of paper—called bhūprastāra, or in a three-dimensional form, called meruprastāra. The theoretical possibility of a temple representing the Śrīyantra as meruprastāra cannot be denied; but with the exception of monuments outside India like Borobudur, it is rare to find any temple identified with Śrīyantra. [...]
Source: Manblunder: Śrī Cakra Navāvaraṇa PūjāBhūprastāra (भूप्रस्तार) refers to one of the two types of Śrī-Cakra.— There are two types of Śrī Cakra. One is bhūprastāra and another is meruprastāra. Bhūprastāra refers to normal flat Śrī Cakra, whose surface is flat. Whether it is Śrī Cakra or Meru, it should always be in square shape.
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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Partial matches: Bhu, Prastara.
Full-text: Meruprastara.
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