Shivayaga, Śivayāga, Shiva-yaga: 1 definition
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Shivayaga 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 Śivayāga can be transliterated into English as Sivayaga or Shivayaga, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).
In Hinduism
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Source: Google Books: ManthanabhairavatantramŚivayāga (शिवयाग) refers to “Śiva’s sacrifice”, according to the Kulakaulinīmata verse 15.524-527.—Accordingly, “The sacrifice of Tvaritā is on the fourteenth (of the dark fortnight). The Tvaritā of Śiva is Kubjī, and she also belongs to Narasiṃha.... In Tvaritā’s sacrifice, one becomes the equal of Tvaritā, in Śiva’s sacrifice [i.e., śivayāga], Śiva and Narasiṃha in that of Narasiṃha”.
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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