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Tamotkata, ղdzٰ첹ṭ�: 1 definition

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Shaivism (Shaiva philosophy)

[«𱹾dzܲ Ա»] � Tamotkata in Shaivism glossary
Source: Wisdom Library: Kubjikāmata-tantra

ղdzٰ첹ṭ� (तमोत्कटा, “Highly Ignorant�):—Sixth of the eight Mātṛs born from the body of Vahni, according to the Kubjikāmata-tantra. These eight sub-manifestations (), including ղdzٰ첹ṭ�, symbolize mental dispositions or emotions and are considered as obstructing the attainment of liberating knowledge. They are presided over by the Bhairava Unmatta. Vahni is the fourth of the Eight Mahāṛs, residing within the ṛc (third of the five cakras) and represents fire.

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Shaiva (शै�, śaiva) or Shaivism (śaivism) represents a tradition of Hinduism worshiping Shiva as the supreme being. Closely related to Shaktism, Shaiva literature includes a range of scriptures, including Tantras, while the root of this tradition may be traced back to the ancient Vedas.

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