Cidvilasastava, Cidvilāsastava, Cidvilasa-stava: 1 definition
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Alternative spellings of this word include Cidvilasastava.
In Hinduism
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Cidvilāsastava (चिद्विलासस्तव) by Amṛtānanda, also known as Amṛtānandanātha and Amṛtānandayogin (fl. c. 1325-1375), is one of the most comprehensive treatments of the esoteric contemplation of ritual found within the Śrīvidyā tradition and Śaiva tantra in general. This short forty-verse hymn offers esoteric knowledge and creative contemplations (bhāvanā) for critical steps in the ritual worship of Tripurasundarī. Although belonging to the Śrīvidyā tradition, the Cidvilāsastava will likely be of great interest to all who perform pūjā as many of the verses deal with topics and procedures that are common to all traditional forms of ritual worship.
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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