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Simhamnaya, ṃh峾ⲹ, Simha-amnaya: 1 definition

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Simhamnaya 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.

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Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)

[«𱹾dzܲ Ա»] � Simhamnaya in Shaktism glossary
: Google Books: Manthanabhairavatantram

ṃh峾ⲹ (सिंहाम्नाय) refers to the “lineage of the lion�.—Kaula Tantric systems are, in general, termed 岹śԲ, but more specifically they are Lion Darśanas (ṃh岹śԲ). Kubjikā is regularly said to be mounted on a lion (ṃh). In this respect, Kubjikā’s model is not so much the Yoginī as the Great Goddess Durgā mounted on a lion. [...] Kubjikā is closely linked to the lion. Indeed, it is the ‘tradition or lineage of the lion� (ṃhkānvaya, ṃh峾ⲹ). Analogous expressions such as the Teaching of the Lion (ṃhśāsana) and ṃh岹śԲ refer implicitly to an important practice of this school whereby spiritual energy is transmitted to deities and other supernatural and living beings as well as objects. This is the Lion's Gaze. The Lion's Gaze is the empowering and gracious gaze that energizes the ṇḍ with its divine beings and mantras.

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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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