Cosmology: 2 definitions

Introduction
In Hinduism
1. Shaivism
2. Purana
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Introduction:

Cosmology 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

Shaivism (Shaiva philosophy)

Source: SOAS University of London: Protective Rites in the Netra Tantra

Cosmology refers to a one of the topics discussed in the Netratantra of Kṣemarāja: a Śaiva text from the 9th century in which Śiva (Bhairava) teaches Pārvatī.—Chapter One focuses on the mantras and forms used in the worship of Amṛteśa, the main deity of the Netra Tantra. The Netra Tantra is a scripture of divine revelation that consists of a dialogue between Bhairava and Pārvatī, in which the former instructs the latter on metaphysics, cosmology, and soteriology.

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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.

Purana and Itihasa (epic history)

Source: Shodhganga: Elements of Art and Architecture in the Trtiyakhanda of the Visnudharmottarapurana

Cosmology refers to one of the topics dealt with in the Puranic literature: a category of ancient Sanskrit texts which gives a huge contribution in the development of Indian literature.—The Puranas comprises a wide range of subject matters such as Astrology, Astronomy, Medicine, Cosmology, Theology, Philosophy, Literature, Grammar, Art, Architecture, Iconography, etc. All these subject matters are generally depicted through stories and narratives in lucid style in the Puranas. The simplicity of the stories and legends of Puranas always helps the reader get the ideas of different aspects of literature very easily.

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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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Search found 88 books and stories containing Cosmology; (plurals include: Cosmologies). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:

A scientific interpretation of the tridosha doctrine of humorology < [Volume 6 (issue 1), Jul-Sep 1986]

The ancient man and his few concepts pertaining to drugs and cosmology < [Volume 5 (issue 2), Oct-Dec 1985]

An aspect of the five souls of indian physiology < [Volume 8 (issue 2), Oct-Dec 1988]

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The Sociological Significance of Primitive vs. Higher Religions < [Volume 16 (1963)]

Cosmology and Community in Central Javanese Islam: Durga's Mosque < [Volume 140 (2007)]

Cultural Dynamics of Religious Change in Oceania: Insights and Edits < [Volume 114 (2001)]

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2. Concept of Creation in Vedas < [Chapter 3 - Concept of Creation]

Chapter 1 - Introduction to Indian Philosophy