Matrikasiddhi, Mātṛkāsiddhi, Matrika-siddhi: 1 definition
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Matrikasiddhi 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.
The Sanskrit term Mātṛkāsiddhi can be transliterated into English as Matrkasiddhi or Matrikasiddhi, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).
In Hinduism
Shaivism (Shaiva philosophy)
Source: Brill: Śaivism and the Tantric TraditionsMātṛkāsiddhi (मातृकासिद्धि) refers to “(attaining) supernatural power through the mātṛkā”, according to the Guhyasūtra chapter 9.—Accordingly, “[The Goddess spoke]:—From the mātṛkā supernatural power and liberation can come about, O Lord. Tell me [how to attain] supernatural power and liberation through the mātṛkā [i.e., mātṛkāsiddhi]. Why did you teach the mantras that arise from it? Tell me [the answer to] this excellent question. … fruit to me. [...]”.
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.
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