Dhvajapitha, Dhvajapīṭha, Dhvaja-pitha: 1 definition
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Dhvajapitha 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
Pancaratra (worship of Nārāyaṇa)
Dhvajapīṭha (ध्वजपीठ) refers to certain wooden parts of the temple-flag, as discussed in chapter 26 of the Viṣvaksenasaṃhitā: a Pāñcarātra text comprising 2800 Sanskrit verses dealing with theological matters, image-worship, iconography (relating to pratimā-icons) and the construction of temples.—Description of the chapter [dhvaja-utthāpana-vidhi]: [...] Next Viṣvaksena turns to such matters as constructing, preparing and sanctifying for use various items needed in the services: the dhvajapīṭha (5-17), the dhvajastambha made of wood and topped by a likeness of Garuḍa (18-29), and the cloth flag bearing the depiction of Garuḍa (30-75, 76-94-alternative methods offered- and 95-111).
Pancaratra (पाञ्चरात्र, pāñcarātra) represents a tradition of Hinduism where Narayana is revered and worshipped. Closeley related to Vaishnavism, the Pancaratra literature includes various Agamas and tantras incorporating many Vaishnava philosophies.
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Partial matches: Dhvaja, Pita, Pitha.
Full-text: Prayashcittasamprokshanashantihomavidhi, Dhvajotthapana, Dhvajotthapanavidhi, Dhvajastambha.
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