Shaktijala, Śaktijāla, Shakti-jala: 1 definition

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Shaktijala 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.

The Sanskrit term Śaktijāla can be transliterated into English as Saktijala or Shaktijala, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).

In Hinduism

Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)

[«previous next»] — Shaktijala in Shaktism glossary
Source: Google Books: Manthanabhairavatantram

Śaktijāla (शक्तिजाल) refers to the “net of Śakti”, according to verse 11.39-45 of the Kularatnoddyota, one of the earliest Kubjikā Tantras.—Accordingly, “[...] O beloved, having quickly caught that fish with the net of Śakti [e.g., śaktijāla], the lord of Siddhas will study (the scripture) in the belly of that fish. Practicing (the teachings) of the book in the middle of that (fish), he (will become) powerful. He will see (reality) once seen that unique and excellent teaching”.

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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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