Kotyarbuda, Koṭyarbuda, Koti-arbuda: 1 definition

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Kotyarbuda 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.

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Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)

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Source: Google Books: Manthanabhairavatantram

Koṭyarbuda (कोट्यर्बुद) refers to “billions” (of moons), according to the Kularatnoddyota, one of the earliest Kubjikā Tantras.—Accordingly, “The Will, inherent in the essential nature of the transcendent, the imperceptible, supreme and supremely blissful Lord, shone forth. God, aroused by his own will, fashioned a supreme body (for himself). That (body) possessed every limb and was endowed with the previously (stated) attributes (of deity). Shining like billions (koṭyarbuda) of moons, it (was) an immense and marvellous mass of energy. [...]”.

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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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