Sarvadaitya, Sarva-daitya: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Sarvadaitya 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: SOAS University of London: Protective Rites in the Netra TantraSarvadaitya (सर्वदैत्य) refers to “all demons”, according to the Netratantra of Kṣemarāja: a Śaiva text from the 9th century in which Śiva (Bhairava) teaches Pārvatī topics such as metaphysics, cosmology, and soteriology.—Accordingly, [verse 15.3-4ab, while describing protection rituals]—“[The Mantrin] says the [Amṛteśa] mantra and performs exorcism to destroy all demons (sarvadaitya-kṣayārtha) and also all [those] full of all envy. It protects, therefore he calls [white mustard] sarṣapa. It protects from all sides”.
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.
Purana and Itihasa (epic history)
Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English TranslationSarvadaitya (सर्वदैत्य) refers to “all the Daityas” and is used to describe Jalandhara, according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.5.19 (“Jalandhara’s emissary to Śiva”).—Accordingly, as Rāhu said to Śiva: “I am the messenger of the lord of the three worlds, worthy of being served for ever by Daityas and serpents. I have come here to you on being sent by him. The son of the ocean Jalandhara became the lord of all Daityas (sarvadaitya-janeśvara) and now he is the lord of the three worlds. He is the emperor of all. That powerful king of Daityas is like the god of death to the gods. Listen to what he says addressing you the Yogin. [...]”.
The Purana (पुराण, purāṇas) refers to Sanskrit literature preserving ancient India’s vast cultural history, including historical legends, religious ceremonies, various arts and sciences. The eighteen mahapuranas total over 400,000 shlokas (metrical couplets) and date to at least several centuries BCE.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Daitya, Sharva, Carva.
Starts with: Sarvadaityajaneshvara, Sarvadaityavinashaka.
Full-text: Kshayartha, Vinasaka.
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