Purnadeha, Pūrṇadeha, Purna-deha: 1 definition

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Purnadeha 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.

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Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)

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Source: Google Books: Manthanabhairavatantram

Pūrṇadeha (पूर्णदेह) refers to the “entire body”, according to the Brahmayāmala verse 33.320cd-322.—Accordingly, “The entire body [i.e., pūrṇadeha] of current of knowledge was awakened by the principle (tattva) Sadāśiva and by Śiva’s energy in order to benefit the three worlds. Without any doubt, all of (the scriptures) came forth there. The Siddhānta and (the Tantras of the) Mantravāda and (the class) called Tantravāda. O fair lady, all that current of the knowledge of Self, has come forth”.

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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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