Katharupa, Kathārūpa, Katha-rupa: 1 definition
Introduction:
Katharupa 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: Brill: Śaivism and the Tantric Traditions (philosophy)Kathārūpa (कथारूप) refers to a “discourse of people”, according to Svacchandatantroddyota, vol. VI, 98 (alluding to Nyāyasūtra 1.2.1).—Accordingly, “Debate (vāda), which comprehends both the thesis and the antithesis, [and] which is a discourse of [people] (kathārūpa) who are free of bias [...]”
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.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Katha, Rupa, Katta, Kata.
Starts with: Katharupagrantha.
Relevant text
No search results for Katharupa, Kathārūpa, Kathā-rūpa, Katha-rupa; (plurals include: Katharupas, Kathārūpas, rūpas, rupas) in any book or story.