Padmaheruka, Padma-heruka: 3 definitions
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Padmaheruka means something in Buddhism, Pali. 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 Buddhism
Tibetan Buddhism (Vajrayana or tantric Buddhism)
Padmaheruka (पद्महेरुक) refers to one of the “Fifty-eight Wrathful Deities” (Tibetan: khro bo lha nga brgyad) according to various sources such as the Guhyagarbha Tantra and the Tibetan Book of the Dead.—They feature in Tantric teachings and practices which focus on purifying elements of the body and mind. These deities [e.g., Padmaheruka] form part part of the the Hundred Peaceful and Wrathful Deities who manifest to a deceased person following the dissolution of the body and consciousness whilst they are in the intermediate state (bardo) between death and rebirth. Padmaheruka is part of the “five wrathful Herukas” and his consort is Padmakrodhīśvarī.
Padmaheruka (पद्महेरुक) refers to one of the “Five Deities of Cakrasaṃvara” (in Tibetan: bde mchog lha lnga).—Accordingly, [while describing the history of the Shangpa Kagyü lineage]: The principal Shang Dharmas are: the initiations of each of the five classes of Tantras: Cakrasaṃvara, Hevajra, Mahāmāyā, Guhyasamāja, and Vajrabhairava; [...] the Dharma cycle of the gnosis protector; the five deities of Cakrasaṃvara [e.g., Padma-Heruka]; the secret practice of Vajravārahī; [...] and others. These are quite common in all philosophical systems.
Padmaheruka (पद्महेरुक) refers to “lotus Herukas”, according to the 10th-century Ḍākārṇava-tantra: one of the last Tibetan Tantric scriptures belonging to the Buddhist Saṃvara tradition consisting of 51 chapters.—Accordingly, [while describing the Heart Circle (hṛdayacakra)]: “[...] Then, he should discern Leader [Herukas on the first circle]. Light Herukas are proclaimed [on the second circle]. Lotus Herukas (padmaheruka) are on the third. Space [Herukas] are taught on the fourth. Wind Herukas are on the fifth. Earth Herukas are taught on the sixth. Fire Herukas are on the seventh. Water Herukas are on the eighth. Knowledge Herukas are on the ninth. Mind Herukas are on the tenth. Speech Herukas are on the eleventh. Body [Herukas] are taught on the twelfth. [...]”.
Tibetan Buddhism includes schools such as Nyingma, Kadampa, Kagyu and Gelug. Their primary canon of literature is divided in two broad categories: The Kangyur, which consists of Buddha’s words, and the Tengyur, which includes commentaries from various sources. Esotericism and tantra techniques (vajrayāna) are collected indepently.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Heruka, Padma.
Full-text: Fifty-eight wrathful deities, Five deities, Padmakrodheshvari, Gunacakra.
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Guhyagarbha Tantra (with Commentary) (by Gyurme Dorje)
Text 17.7 (Commentary) < [Chapter 17 (Text And Commentary)]
Text 20.6 (Commentary) < [Chapter 20 (Text And Commentary)]
Text 17.5 (Commentary) < [Chapter 17 (Text And Commentary)]
The Great Chariot (by Longchenpa)
Part 3e.2a - The self-existing nirmanakaya < [B. The explanation of the kayas and wisdoms]