Samvidatman, Saṃvidātman, Samvid-atman: 1 definition
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Samvidatman 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
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Source: Google Books: ManthanabhairavatantramSaṃvidātman (संविदात्मन्) refers to the “Śiva-hood of consciousness”, according to Abhinava’s Tantrāloka verse 14.24-25.—Accordingly, “The Śivahood of consciousness (saṃvidātman) is the agency in the five functions of emanation, persistence, reabsorption, obscuration and grace. The worship, repetition of mantra, contemplation and Yoga of the yogi who considers his own nature to be complete (and perfect) as the freedom to perform (these) five functions, are perpetual (sadodita)”.
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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