Simhakadarshana, Siṃhakadarśana, Simhaka-darshana: 1 definition

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Simhakadarshana 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 Siṃhakadarśana can be transliterated into English as Simhakadarsana or Simhakadarshana, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).

In Hinduism

Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)

[«previous next»] — Simhakadarshana in Shaktism glossary
Source: Google Books: Manthanabhairavatantram

Siṃhakadarśana (सिंहकदर्शन) or Siṃhadarśana refers to the “teaching of the Lion”.—[...] Kālikā, like Kubjikā, is said to be a lioness. This is because these goddesses are the leaders (nāyikā) of a Kula tradition (āmnāya) each of which is said to be a ‘teaching of the Lion’ (siṃhadarśana) as they are all based on the transmission of the Command which takes place by means of the teacher's empowering gaze, as fierce and powerful as that of a lion (siṃhāvalokana).

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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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