Kalpanatmaka, Kalpanātmaka, Kalpana-atmaka: 2 definitions
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In Hinduism
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Source: Google Books: ManthanabhairavatantramKalpanātmaka (कल्पनात्मक) refers to “having (forms of) thought by nature”, according to the Kularatnoddyota, one of the earliest Kubjikā Tantras.—Accordingly, “[...] O mistress of the gods, both Śakta and Āṇava (states of contemplative absorption) are (forms of) thought (kalpanā) by nature [i.e., kalpanātmaka] and (arise) by applying the utterance (of mantras), ritual instruments (karaṇa), visualization (dhyāna) and (the formation of sacred) places (sthāna) and the liturgy (krama). This Śākta (state) is (diverse) according to the varieties (vibhāga) of visualization (dhyāna) and place. Āṇava is said to be (brought about) by the mantras applied through the process (krama) of uttering the letters (that constitute them)”.
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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