Kotirin, ṭīr, ṭīrī, Kotiri: 1 definition
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In Hinduism
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
: Brill: Śaivism and the Tantric Traditions (shaktism)ṭīr (कोटीरिन्) (Cf. Koṭīriṇ�) refers to “one who has braided hair� [?], according to the King Vatsarāja’s Pūjāstuti called the Kāmasiddhistuti (also Vāmakeśvarīstuti), guiding one through the worship of the Goddess Nityā.—Accordingly, “[...] She has braided hair (ṭīrṇ�). Her limbs are adorned with bracelets, earrings, necklaces, twining laces, girdles, jewels, and anklets. Her clothes resemble Bandhūka flowers. She is full of affection , and the hue of her body is brightened up with saffron and sandal paste. [...]�.

Shakta (शाक्�, 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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