Kularnava, Kulārṇava: 4 definitions
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Kularnava 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
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Source: Google Books: ManthanabhairavatantramKulārṇava (कुलार्णव) refers to the “ocean of kula”, according to the Kālī teachings of Abhinava’s Jayadrathayāmala.—Accordingly, “That energy (called) Kuṇḍalinī resides in the Secret Wheel (in the genitals). O fair lady, that place which fulfils all desires should always be kept secret. Then (it is called) Guhyā (the Hidden One) and is always more secret than the secret. The nectar that comes out of this is hard to acquire by gods or demons. A thousand rebirths are destroyed in the Ocean of Kula [i.e., kulārṇava] of one who possesses it. [...] Amā, the energy of the (New) Moon is located in the Door of Brahmā. Pure water falls (from) there and, having fallen into the heart of Kuṇḍalī, the nectar which is the juice of Kuṇḍalī comes out of his body. By just eating this, (Yogis) become immortal and free of old age, wrinkles, white hair and all diseases.”.
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.
Languages of India and abroad
Sanskrit dictionary
Source: Cologne Digital Sanskrit Dictionaries: Monier-Williams Sanskrit-English DictionaryKulārṇava (कुलार्णव):—[from kula] m. Name of a Tantra work
[Sanskrit to German]
Sanskrit, also spelled संस्कृतम् (saṃskṛtam), is an ancient language of India commonly seen as the grandmother of the Indo-European language family (even English!). Closely allied with Prakrit and Pali, Sanskrit is more exhaustive in both grammar and terms and has the most extensive collection of literature in the world, greatly surpassing its sister-languages Greek and Latin.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Kularnava maharahasya, Kularnavamatrikacakraviveka, Kularnavasara, Kularnavatantra.
Ends with: Lakshmikularnava.
Full-text (+171): Kularnavatantra, Tarita, Lakshmikulatantra, Lakshmikularnava, Gurushripadukapuja, Kularnava maharahasya, Jivana, Kumara, Mohita, Pushpaya, Vikala, Kaushaki, Vaidyaya, Kaunciki, Tamrakuta, Dhanava, Shyamakavaca, Durgasahasranaman, Dandana, Dikshaviddha.
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Search found 11 books and stories containing Kularnava, Kulārṇava; (plurals include: Kularnavas, Kulārṇavas). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Lakulisha-Pashupata (Philosophy and Practice) (by Geetika Kaw Kher)
Kapalikas and Natha Siddhas < [Chapter 2 - Spread and Transition]
Vidhis: Use of Ashes (Meanings and Metaphors) and Nudity < [Chapter 3 - The Ritualistic Context]
Rise of Tantric Elements in Lakulisa-Pasupata order < [Chapter 2 - Spread and Transition]
Varahi Tantra (English Study) (by Roberta Pamio)
Chaitanya Bhagavata (by Bhumipati Dāsa)
Verse 2.19.86 < [Chapter 19 - The Lord’s Pastimes in Advaita’s House]
Shat-cakra-nirupana (the six bodily centres) (by Arthur Avalon)
Paduka-panchaka (the five-fold footstool) (by Arthur Avalon)
Shakti and Shakta (by John Woodroffe)
Chapter IV - Tantra Śāstra and Veda < [Section 1 - Introductory]
Chapter XXXI - Conclusions < [Section 4 - Yoga and Conclusions]
Chapter XXVI - Śākta Sādhanā (the Ordinary Ritual) < [Section 3 - Ritual]