Gatatva: 1 definition

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Gatatva 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

Shaiva philosophy

Gatatva (गतत्व) refers to the “state of pertaining (to a particular qualification)”, according to Bhaṭṭa Rāmakaṇṭha’s 10th-century Tattvatrayanirṇayavivṛti—a commentary on the 7th-century Tattvatrayanirṇaya by Sadyojyoti which discusses philosophical aspects of Śiva including the theories of Puruṣas (souls), Māyā (primal matter) and Mala (the innate impurity afflicting souls).—The term viśiṣṭa-adhikāri-gatatva refers to the “state of pertaining to particular qualified recipients”—indicating that the qualities or benefits discussed in the tantric scripture are not just general, but are specifically directed toward those individuals who have the proper initiation (dīkṣā) and qualifications (adhikāra). The term gatatva here thus emphasizes the exclusivity and intentional targeting of the work towards a select group, reinforcing the idea that the motivation (prayojana) for the text is to benefit only certain initiated practitioners.

Source: Academia: A First Edition and Translation of Bhatta Rama-Kantha's Tattvatrayanirnaya-vivriti
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Shaiva philosophy is a spritiual tradition within Hinduism that includes theories such as the relationship between the Atman (individual soul) and Siva, the nature of liberation (moksha), and the concepts of maya (illusion) and shakti (divine energy). Saiva philosophy teaches that union with Shiva can be achieved through knowledge, devotion, and spiritual practice. It encompasses major branches like Shaiva Siddhanta and Kashmir Shaivism.

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