Candraghanta, Candraghaṇṭa, Candraghaṇṭā: 1 definition

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Candraghanta 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 Chandraghanta.

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In Hinduism

Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)

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Source: Hare-Krsna: Nava-Durgā

Candraghaṇṭā (चन्द्रघण्टा) or Candrakaṇṭā refers to one of the nine Navadurgā which literally means the “nine forms of Goddess Durgā”, and constitute, according to Vedic scriptures, the manifestation of Durgā in Her nine different aspects. [...] Each goddess [viz., Candraghaṇṭā] has a different form and a special significance.

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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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