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Spirit Possession 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
Shaivism (Shaiva philosophy)
Source: SOAS University of London: Protective Rites in the Netra TantraSpirit Possession, in ninth-century Kashmir, caused illness, sudden death, and the obstruction of worldly gains. Only through a series of optional rites (kāmya) meant to bring about worldly enjoyments (bhoga) could a practitioner assuage these evils. The Netra Tantra, a text with at least two clear layers of redaction,1 sought to alleviate these ills.
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: Possession.
Full-text: Illness, Sudden death, Obstruction.
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Search found 3 books and stories containing Spirit Possession; (plurals include: Spirit Possessions). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Charaka Samhita (English translation) (by Shree Gulabkunverba Ayurvedic Society)
Chapter 9 - The therapeutics of Insanity (unmada-cikitsa) < [Cikitsasthana (Cikitsa Sthana) — Section on Therapeutics]
Chapter 10 - The therapeutics of Epilepsy (apasmara-cikitsa) < [Cikitsasthana (Cikitsa Sthana) — Section on Therapeutics]
Chapter 23 - The therapeutics of Toxicosis (visha-cikitsa) < [Cikitsasthana (Cikitsa Sthana) — Section on Therapeutics]
Diaspora of Bhuta (Daiva) worshipping cult—India and Indonesia (by Shilpa V. Sonawane)
Charaka Samhita and Sushruta Samhita (by Nayana Sharma)
The Social Implications of Disease < [Chapter 4]