Makhayajana, Makha-yajana: 1 definition
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Makhayajana 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: ManthanabhairavatantramMakhayajana (मखयजन) refers to the “performance of a sacrifice”, according to the Manthānabhairavatantra, a vast sprawling work that belongs to a corpus of Tantric texts concerned with the worship of the goddess Kubjikā.—Accordingly: “[...] Once the Command was given to [Mitranātha] (he became) Kuṇḍalīśa, the lord designated for three Ages. (This happened) once he had seen Kumārī (the Virgin Goddess there) in that (sacred seat) intent on performing a sacrifice (makhayajana) and fearsome with enjoyment and liberation. (He saw her) therein, in the Doomsday Fire in the sacred seat of fire which is like a blazing fire, enflamed with waves of garlands of flames. [...]”.
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: Makha, Yajana.
Full-text: Makha.
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