Purvalinga, Purva-linga, Pūrvaliṅga: 2 definitions
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Purvalinga 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
Shaivism (Shaiva philosophy)
Pūrvaliṅga (पूर्वलिङ्ग) refers to a type of sthāvaraliṅgas, or, “immovable liṅgas”, according to a list found in the Suprabhedāgama. It is also known as the purāṇaliṅga. The term is used thoughout Śaiva literature.
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.
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Pūrvaliṅga (पूर्वलिङ्ग) refers to the “primordial Liṅga”, according to Tantric texts such as the Kubjikāmata-tantra, the earliest popular and most authoritative Tantra of the Kubjikā cult.—Accordingly, “[...] The Yogi who has passed (through and so is beyond) the three states—(that is) when the sāttvika, rājasika and tāmasika obtain (and are transcended)—becomes one (sama) with the primordial (pūrva) Liṅga [i.e., pūrvaliṅga]. He is worshipped by all the gods and the skyfarers and not others. He who knows this Liṅga with its six parts (prakāra) knows reality”.
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.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Purva, Linga.
Full-text: Puranalinga, Sthavaralinga.
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