Vamadakshina, Vāmadakṣiṇa, Vama-dakshina: 1 definition
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Vamadakshina 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 Vāmadakṣiṇa can be transliterated into English as Vamadaksina or Vamadakshina, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).
In Hinduism
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Source: Google Books: ManthanabhairavatantramVāmadakṣiṇa (वामदक्षिण) refers to the “left and the right”, according to the Kularatnamālā (quoted in Tantrāloka verse 37.26).—Accordingly, “Kaula (doctrine), based on the (Tantras of) the left and the right (vāmadakṣiṇa), is the essence of all the Tantras gathered together in one place in the venerable teaching of the Trika”.
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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Partial matches: Dakshina, Vama.
Full-text: Shaktagama.
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