Pattirakiri: 1 definition
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Pattirakiri means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit, Tamil. 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
Shaivism (Shaiva philosophy)
Source: DSpace at Pondicherry: Siddha Cult in Tamilnadu (shaivism)Pattirakiri (Bhadragiri) is one of the Tamil Siddhas, who was converted to Siddhism by Paṭṭiṇattār. He was a contemporary of Paṭṭiṇattār, but his real name is unknown. The word bhadra means beauty, grace, goodness, caution, safety and also an elephant. Giri means mountain. Hence the whole name connotes the sense of a determined and strong person with all spiritual values. According to the legend, he was a king of Ujjain (Ujjaini Māhakālam).
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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