Shivapujaka, Śivapūjaka, Shiva-pujaka: 1 definition
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Shivapujaka 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 Śivapūjaka can be transliterated into English as Sivapujaka or Shivapujaka, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).
In Hinduism
Shaivism (Shaiva philosophy)
Śivapūjaka (शिवपूजक) [=Śivapūjā?] refers to the “veneration of Śiva”, 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 (śivapūjaka), the fire and his Guru (śivāgnigurupūjakaḥ). [...]”.
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.
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Partial matches: Shiva, Pujaka.
Full-text: Shiva Puja.
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