Samsaravitapa, Saṃsāraviṭapa, Samsara-vitapa: 1 definition
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Samsaravitapa 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)
Source: Brill: Śaivism and the Tantric TraditionsSaṃsāraviṭapa (संसारविटप) refers to the “great tree of transmigration”, according to the Vārāṇasīmāhātmya verse 1.114.—Accordingly, “The great tree of transmigration (saṃsāraviṭapa) has arisen from the seed of desire. After cutting the tree with the axe of indifference, whose sharp blade is disattachment, they proceed on the Atimārga”.
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.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Vitapa, Samsara.
Starts with: Samsaravitapankura.
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