Shapakaraka, Śāpakāraka, Shapa-karaka: 1 definition
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Shapakaraka 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 Śāpakāraka can be transliterated into English as Sapakaraka or Shapakaraka, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).
In Hinduism
Yoga (school of philosophy)
Source: ORA: Amanaska (king of all yogas): A Critical Edition and Annotated Translation by Jason BirchŚāpakāraka (शापकारक) refers to “one who can effect a curse”, according to the Vijñānabhairavatantra verse 140c-d:.—Accordingly, “[The Yogin] accomplishes actions by speech [alone] and becomes one who can effect a curse or favour”.
Synonyms: Śāpakartṛ, Śāpakārita.
Yoga is originally considered a branch of Hindu philosophy (astika), but both ancient and modern Yoga combine the physical, mental and spiritual. Yoga teaches various physical techniques also known as āsanas (postures), used for various purposes (eg., meditation, contemplation, relaxation).
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Partial matches: Shapa, Karaka, Capa.
Full-text: Shapakartri, Shapakarita.
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