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Shivavari, Ś, Shiva-vari: 1 definition

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Shivavari 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 Ś can be transliterated into English as Sivavari or Shivavari, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).

In Hinduism

Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)

[«𱹾dzܲ Ա»] � Shivavari in Shaktism glossary
: Google Books: Consecration Rituals in South Asia (Shaktism)

Ś (शिववार�) refers to “Śiva-water�, according to the Ratnanyāsa Ritual as Described in the Devyāmata (Cf. Dīptāgama verse 20.244).—Accordingly, [synopsis of verses 1-5]—“Offering of water from the water-vessel; purification of the ‘jewel-cavities� by sprinkling the pit with the astramantra and ‘Śiva-water� (ś); covering the pit and the surface of the 󳾲ś with cloth; placing the darbha-grass on [or around] the pit; anointing the pit and the 󳾲ś with sandal-paste 5. Having offered incense, the Ācārya accompanied by the ūپ should begin the ٲԲԲ by depositing a handful of gold. [...]�.

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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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