Vamakeshvarimata, Vāmakeśvarīmata, Vamakeshvari-mata: 1 definition
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Vamakeshvarimata 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 Vāmakeśvarīmata can be transliterated into English as Vamakesvarimata or Vamakeshvarimata, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).
In Hinduism
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Source: Google Books: ManthanabhairavatantramVāmakeśvarīmata (वामकेश्वरीमत) is another name for Nityāṣoḍaśikārṇava, which refers to the earliest Tantra of the Kaula Śrīvidyā—The Nityāṣoḍaśikārṇava is the root Tantra of Tripurā inspired by Trika doctrine and reinforced by the teachings of the Kubjikā.
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: Vamakeshvari, Mata.
Full-text: Nityashodashikarnava, Parameshvari, Tripura.
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