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Pranavapitha, ʰṇaīṻ, Pranava-pitha: 1 definition

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Pranavapitha 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.

In Hinduism

Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)

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

ʰṇaīṻ (प्रणवपी�) refers to the “sacred seat (called) Oḍyāna�, according to the Mahānayaprakāśa by Śitikaṇṭha page 50.—Accordingly, “[...] (Now) the sacred seat Oḍḍiyāna is explained. Externally, it is that sacred seat of ṇa (i.e. the syllable O�) [i.e., ṇapīṭha], the place where (one meets the deity)�.

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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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