Kaulasimhamuni, Kaulasiṃhamuni, Kaulasimha-muni: 2 definitions
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Kaulasimhamuni 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: Wisdom Library: ŚaivismKaulasiṃhamuni (कौलसिंहमुनि) was the teacher of Citranātha, who was one of the twelve princes born to Kuṃkumā, consort to Mīnanātha, who is the incarnation of Siddhanātha in the fourth yuga, belonging to the Pūrvāmnāya (‘eastern doctrine’) tradition of Kula Śaivism, according to the Ciñcinīmatasārasamuccaya. Siddhanātha incarnates as a Kaula master in each of the four yugas. Citranātha was one of the six princes having the authority to teach.
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.
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Source: Google Books: ManthanabhairavatantramKaulasiṃhamuni (कौलसिंहमुनि) is the name of a Master associated with the Pīṭha named Kāmada, according to the Kulakriḍāvatāra, a text paraphrased by Abhinavagupta in his Tāntrāloka.—The lineage (ovalli) Pāda is associated with the following:—Prince: Citra; Master: Kaulasiṃhamuni; Pīṭha: Aṭṭahāsa; Ghara (house): Ambilla; Pallī (village): Billa; Town: Daṇḍaratna; Direction: north; Grove: Bilva; Vow-time: 12 years; Mudrā: right middle; Chummā: “Between eyebrows”.
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.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Muni, Kaulasimha.
Full-text: Kaulasimha, Ambilla, Billa, Citra, Citranatha, Attahasa.
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