Mahadhyana, Mahādhyāna, Maha-dhyana: 1 definition
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Mahadhyana 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: ManthanabhairavatantramMahādhyāna (महाध्यान) refers to the “great meditation”, according to the Kularatnoddyota, one of the earliest Kubjikā Tantras.—Accordingly, “[...] You have a third form which is present (in the Transmission of) the Youth and ends with (that of) the Aged. You will be in a form that can be contemplated by means of this very form. Consisting of great energy and, inflammed, it blazes with incomparable qualities. O mother of Kula, it illumines the great meditation [i.e., mahādhyāna] within the body. [...]”.
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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Partial matches: Maha, Dhyana.
Full-text: Vidyamantra.
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