Shivakamini, Śivakāminī, Shiva-kamini: 1 definition
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Shivakamini 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 Śivakāminī can be transliterated into English as Sivakamini or Shivakamini, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).
In Hinduism
Purana and Itihasa (epic history)
Source: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English TranslationŚivakāminī (शिवकामिनी) refers to the “beloved of Śiva” and is used to describe the Goddess Śivā (Durgā/Umā), according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.3.6.—Accordingly, after the Gods eulogised Goddess Śivā who resided in the womb of Menā:—“[...] At the time of her birth, riches and prosperity flourished in the city of Himavat. All miseries perished. Viṣṇu and other gods reached there in time and saw the mother of the universe. They were delighted and happy. They eulogised Śivā the mother of the universe, the beloved of Śiva [i.e., śivakāminī], of great illusory power, of divine features and resident of Śiva’s region”.
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.
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