Chedini, Chedinī: 1 definition
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Chedini 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 Chhedini.
In Hinduism
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Source: Google Books: ManthanabhairavatantramChedinī (छेदिनी) refers to one of the nine attendants of Goddess Tvaritā, according to the Agnipurāṇa, the Tantrarāja verse 14.15-16 and the Kulakaulinīmata verse 3.82-88.—Accordingly, “[...] 4) Chedinī (the Piercing One) is blue. She holds a sword and club (kheṭaka). 5) Dakṣā (Skillful) is dark blue (śyāmā) and, auspicious, holds a snake and noose. 6) Strī is yellow and has a flag as (her) attribute. [...]”.
Note: These nine attendants (e.g., Chedinī) embody the syllables of Tvaritā’s Vidyā that are the initials of their names. The same nine are listed in the Tantrarāja as the attendants of Tvaritā. They are worshipped on the eight petals of a lotus as the energies of the letters of Tvaritā’s mantra (mantrārṇaśakti).
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.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Ends with: Manimanjarichedini.
Full-text: Manimanjarichedini, Nilavarna, Nagadhara, Nagapasha, Dhvajayudha, Stri, Daksha.
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Lalitopakhyana (Lalita Mahatmya) (by G.V. Tagare)
The Linga Purana (by J. L. Shastri)
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