Siddhimulika, Siddhimūlikā, Siddhi-mulika: 1 definition

Introduction:

Siddhimulika 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.

In Hinduism

Yoga (school of philosophy)

[«previous next»] — Siddhimulika in Yoga glossary
Source: Google Books: The Khecarividya of Adinatha

Siddhimūlikā (सिद्धिमूलिका) refers to “cannabis”, according to the Matsyendrasaṃhitā. [...] Evidence helpful in dating the text is scant, but there are clues as to where some parts of it were composed. The mention of cannabis (siddhimūlikā) in paṭalas 29 and 39 suggests an origin in eastern India after the advent of Islam in that region. There is strong evidence for other parts of the text having been composed in the Tamil region of south India. [...]

Yoga book cover
context information

Yoga is originally considered a branch of Hindu philosophy (astika), but both ancient and modern Yoga combine the physical, mental and spiritual. Yoga teaches various physical techniques also known as āsanas (postures), used for various purposes (eg., meditation, contemplation, relaxation).

Discover the meaning of siddhimulika in the context of Yoga from relevant books on Exotic India

See also (Relevant definitions)

Relevant text

Let's grow together!

I humbly request your help to keep doing what I do best: provide the world with unbiased sources, definitions and images. Your donation direclty influences the quality and quantity of knowledge, wisdom and spiritual insight the world is exposed to.

Let's make the world a better place together!

Like what you read? Consider supporting this website: