Shivagni, Śivāgni, Shiva-agni: 4 definitions
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The Sanskrit term Śivāgni can be transliterated into English as Sivagni or Shivagni, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).
In Hinduism
Purana and Itihasa (epic history)
Sivāgni (सिवाग्नि) refers to the “Śiva fire”, according to the Śivapurāṇa 1.18. Accordingly, “[...] all non-ritualists shall worship the subtle Liṅga. In the place of floral offerings they shall use sacred ashes (bhasma) for adoration and food. They shall keep the Liṅga after worship on their head for ever. The ash is of three types, derived from Ordinary fire, Vedic fire and Śiva fire (śivāgni). [...] Bilva twigs shall be burnt repeating the Ātma mantra of Aghora. This fire is called Sivāgni. The ashes resulting therefrom are called Śivāgnija. The dung of a cow, preferably of Kapilā cow, shall be burnt first and then the twigs of Śamī, Aśvattha, Palāsa, Vaṭa, Āragvādha or Bilva shall be burnt. The ash resulting therefrom is also Śivāgnija. Or the twigs shall be burnt in Darbha fire repeating Śiva mantra. After straining the ashes with cloth (the fire powder) shall be put in a new pot”.
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.
Shaivism (Shaiva philosophy)
Śivāgni (शिवाग्नि) refers to the “fire in the kuṇḍa” as described in the Śaivāgamas while explaining the “continuity of nityapūjā”.—The fire in the kuṇḍa is śivāgni, which also called śaiva and is to be used in all temple worship. Also, śivāgni will not give results if the kuṇḍasaṃskāra is not performed. Using aśaivāgni or fire that is not śaivāgni, causes disease in the kingdom. If the rakṣāgni goes out, the Yajamāna’s life is in peril and the Ācārya must perform the japa prescribed as prāyaścitta.
Śivāgni (शिवाग्नि) refers to “(veneration of) Śiva and the fire”, according to the 9th-century Sarvajñānottaratantra chapter 18.—Accordingly, “Next, I shall teach the best observance among observances, which is known as the Śiva-vrata and which is revered by Asuras and Gods alike. Pure pale ash [should be used, and] white dress and unguents; he should wear a white sacred thread and be adorned by a chignon of matted locks. He should be equipped with all [suitable] ornaments, [and] adorned with white garlands; he should consume [only the pure ritual gruel-offering known as] caru; he should observe the chaste conduct of a student; he should venerate Śiva, the fire (śivāgni-pūjaka) and his Guru. [...]”.
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.
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Śivāgni (शिवाग्नि) refers to “Śiva’s Fire”, according to the Manthānabhairavatantra, a vast sprawling work that belongs to a corpus of Tantric texts concerned with the worship of the goddess Kubjikā.—Accordingly, [while illustrating the composition of the Goddess’s body]: “[...] Again, in the world of transmigration, in the triple transmission within the three cities, in the middle, is the energy of Śiva’s Fire (śivāgni), which is the Vidyā, the plane of the foundation who, as the six planes, is the (Goddess) Kālikā who saves (the fettered). That is merged within the Self in the abiding state of liberation [... ?] I am Kālikā, the destroyer while, the most excellent (member of the) transmission has, in reality, been emitted with the name of Kujīśa, who is most excellent.. [...]”.
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.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches (+0): Shiva, Agni, Ani.
Starts with (+0): Shivagnija, Shivagnividhi.
Full-text (+0): Shivagnividhi, Vrishakapi, Tridhaman, Au, Hara, Daksha, U, Ishana, Shivagnija, Upakaraka, Dhartum, Kapilagomaya, Shamkaraprerita, Dhavala, Bhaktashamkara, Agni, Mayin, Lingapitha, Kili, Uma.
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Soundarya Lahari of Shri Shankara (Study) (by Seetha N.)
The concepts of Kadividya and Hadividya < [Chapter 7 - Philosophical aspects in Saundaryalahari]
Chapter 3 - Contents of the Saundaryalahari (Summary)
The Yantra method of Tantric worship < [Chapter 6 - Saundaryalahari—External modes of Worship practised]
Shiva Purana (by J. L. Shastri)
Chapter 27 - The rite of sacrifice < [Section 7.2 - Vāyavīya-saṃhitā (2)]
Chapter 18 - Bondage and liberation: Glorification of the phallic emblem of Śiva < [Section 1 - Vidyeśvara-saṃhitā]
Chapter 2 - The birth of Śiva’s son < [Section 2.4 - Rudra-saṃhitā (4): Kumāra-khaṇḍa]
Temple worship and Rituals as per Shaiva Agamas (by Gayathri Balasubramanian)
Part 5.5 - Margashirsha Ghritakambala offering < [Chapter 3 - Temple Rituals]
Part 6 - Expiatory Rituals (Prayashcitta) < [Chapter 3 - Temple Rituals]
Part 3.3 - Types of Diksha (initiation ceremonies) < [Chapter 4 - Domestic and Personal rituals]
Shaivacintamani (analytical study) (by Swati Sucharita Pattanaik)
Part 5 - Tantra in Śaivachintāmaṇi < [Chapter 3: Śaiva tradition and Śaivacintāmaṇi]
Part 13 - Mantra and Japa < [Chapter 3: Śaiva tradition and Śaivacintāmaṇi]
Part 18 - The Worship of Lord Śiva By Chanting Vedic Mantras < [Chapter 3: Śaiva tradition and Śaivacintāmaṇi]
Linga Purana (by J. L. Shastri)
Chapter 25 - The holy rites of fire pertaining to Śiva < [Section 2 - Pūrvabhāga]
Vaishnava Myths in the Puranas (by Kum. Geeta P. Kurandwad)
Classification of the Puranas < [Chapter 3 - Puranas: Their classification and contents]