Vibhavashuddhi, Vibhāvaśuddhi, Vibhava-shuddhi: 1 definition

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Vibhavashuddhi 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 Vibhāvaśuddhi can be transliterated into English as Vibhavasuddhi or Vibhavashuddhi, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).

In Hinduism

Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)

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

Vibhāvaśuddhi (विभावशुद्धि) refers to the “purification of the sources of transient emotions”, according to the Kularatnapañcakāvatāra verse 1.10cd-15.—Accordingly, “[...] Equality (with respect to the opposites), a condition free of thought constructs, detachment in the midst of the objects of the senses, contentment because free of attachment and non-dual—such is liberation in this life. Knowledge of reality, contentment, realisation of the supreme Self, right action—this is the purification of the sources of transient emotions (vibhāvaśuddhi). [...]”.

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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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