Shivabindu, Shiva-bindu, Śivabindu: 1 definition

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Shivabindu 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 Śivabindu can be transliterated into English as Sivabindu or Shivabindu, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).

In Hinduism

Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)

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

Śivabindu (शिवबिन्दु) refers to the “point of Śiva”, according to Abhinava’s Tantrāloka verse 3.133-134.—Accordingly, “The pure light (of consciousness—prakāśamātra) present here when the three abodes (of subject, object and means of knowledge) manifest is referred to in the scripture as the “Point” and is considered to be the Point of Śiva (śivabindu)”.

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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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