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Vashya, ղśⲹ, ⲹ: 25 definitions

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Vashya means something in Buddhism, Pali, Hinduism, Sanskrit, Marathi, Hindi. 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 ղśⲹ can be transliterated into English as Vasya or Vashya, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).

Alternative spellings of this word include Vashy.

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In Hinduism

Shaivism (Shaiva philosophy)

Source: Wisdom Library: Kakṣapuṭa-tantra

ղśⲹ (वश्य) refers to “controlling others�. It is a siddhi (‘supernatural power�) described in chapter one of the ṣaṭaٲԳٰ (a manual of Tantric practice from the tenth century).

: Shodhganga: Mantra-sādhana: Chapter One of the ṣaṭaٲԳٰ

1) ղśⲹ (वश्य) refers to “controlling others� and is accomplished by performing Գٰ󲹲Բ (preparatory procedures) beginning with Ჹ貹 using a rosary bead made of ruby, according to the ṣaṭaٲԳٰ verse 1.44. Accordingly, “it is said that a rosary made of coral beads is for the ī (acquiring eloquence); the same rosary or a rosary made of ruby is for śⲹ (controlling others); and a rosary of ٰܳī is for all kinds of ritual�.

2) ղśⲹ (वश्य, “controlling�) or Vaśī refers to one of the “seven means� (ٴDZⲹ) to be performed when a mantra does not manifest its effect, as explained in the 10th-century ṣaṭaٲԳٰ verse 1.98-100. ղśⲹ brings the mantra under his control. One should write the mantra with red sandalwood, costus, turmeric, beeswax, and red arsenic on a birch bark, and wear it around oneʼs neck. If this does not work, the īḍaԲ comes next.

Accordingly, “being awoken in this way, it will have an effect. If not, one should carry out the śī (controlling). Having written the mantra with the ٲ-Ի岹Բ (red sandalwood), ṣṭ (costus), 󲹰 (turmeric), madana (beeswax), and ś (red arsenic) on a beautiful leaf of birch bark, one should wear it around his neck. [Then] the mantra will have an effect. [It is called śⲹ.] [If the controlled mantra does not have an effect], one should perform the īḍaԲ (Բ)�.

Note on ṣṭ: the Śrīvidrṇavatantra (Chapter 16 p.378) support (Deodar). Note on ś: the Tattvacinmaṇi (20.99) support sihla (olibanum).

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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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Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)

: Google Books: Manthanabhairavatantram

ղśⲹ (वश्य) or ղśveśa refers to “controlled possession� and represents the particular sign associated with the Fourth Praṇava, according to the Manthānabhairavatantra, a vast sprawling work that belongs to a corpus of Tantric texts concerned with the worship of the goddess Kubjikā.—The �Sūtra of the Five Praṇavas�, which is chapter fifty-four of the Kumārikākhaṇḍa, is concerned solely with aligning the ṇa with the seats and placing them along the axis of the body. According to this ūٰ, each of the Five Praṇavas has its own colour and corresponds to a state of attainment evidenced by signs of possession (屹ś) [i.e., śⲹ-屹ś, ‘controlled possession’]. They are projected into five places along the vertical axis of the body, which, in some cases, correspond to the locations of the inner Wheels implying thereby that they mark stages in the ascent of Kuṇḍalinī through them. [...]

: Google books: Genesis and Development of Tantra (Shaktism)

ղś (वश्य�) refers to “subjugating people to one’s will� and represents one of the various Siddhis (“supernatural powers�) according to the Siddhayogeśvarīmata: an ancient Sanskrit text devoted to cults of Goddesses as the Vidpīṭha or Vid Corpus.—Although Vedic rituals were a reliable way for the people of ancient India to fulfill their objectives, Tantric rites too claim to bring about the attainment of wishes. [...] In the Siddhayogeśvarīmata, the objectives of the rites are classified as siddhis [e.g., subjugating people to one’s will (ś)]. They belong to the category of supernatural phenomena and seem to be considerably different from the types of wish people expected to gain from the Vedic rituals that still remained within the sphere of everyday life.

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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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Purana and Itihasa (epic history)

: archive.org: Shiva Purana - English Translation

ղśⲹ (वश्य) means “under control� (i.e., one who is under the control of another), according to the Śivapurāṇa 2.3.11.—Accordingly, as Himavat (Himālaya) eulogised Śiva: “[...] O great lord, your divine sports are incomprehensible. They bestow happiness on saintly men. Your nature is subservient to the devotees and you are under their control [i.e., bhakta-śⲹ]. You are the performer of all activities. O lord, you have come here because my fortune is in its ascendancy. You have been described as a bestower of favours to the distressed. You have put me under your patronage and protection. [...]�.

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The Purana (पुरा�, purāṇas) refers to Sanskrit literature preserving ancient India’s vast cultural history, including historical legends, religious ceremonies, various arts and sciences. The eighteen mahapuranas total over 400,000 shlokas (metrical couplets) and date to at least several centuries BCE.

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Pancaratra (worship of Nārāyaṇa)

: University of Vienna: Sudarśana's Worship at the Royal Court According to the Ahirbudhnyasaṃhi

ղśⲹ (वश्य) refers to “conquering (the world)�, according to the Ahirbudhnyasaṃhi, belonging to the Pāñcarātra tradition which deals with theology, rituals, iconography, narrative mythology and others.—Accordingly, “He who has the Yantra of Narasiṃha joined with [that] of Sudarśana constructed shall conquer even the other world (loka-śⲹloko śyo bhaved api). Just by drawing this, men can attain everything�.

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Pancaratra (पाञ्चरात्र, pāñcarātra) represents a tradition of Hinduism where Narayana is revered and worshipped. Closeley related to Vaishnavism, the Pancaratra literature includes various Agamas and tantras incorporating many Vaishnava philosophies.

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Yoga (school of philosophy)

[«𱹾dzܲ Ա»] � Vashya in Yoga glossary
: ORA: Amanaska (king of all yogas): A Critical Edition and Annotated Translation by Jason Birch

ղśⲹ (वश्य) refers to the “subjugation (of the world)�, according to the Amanaska Yoga treatise dealing with meditation, absorption, yogic powers and liberation.—Accordingly, as Īśvara says to Vāmadeva: “[...] [Now], I shall define the nature of that highest, mind-free absorption which arises for those devoted to constant practice. [...] [The yogin] whose absorption in the steady self remains for twenty-eight days, obtains the Siddhi of control, by which he subjugates the world (śⲹ-kṛt) [śⲹkṛjjagat]. [...]�.

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Yoga is originally considered a branch of Hindu philosophy (astika), but both ancient and modern Yoga combine the physical, mental and spiritual. Yoga teaches various physical techniques also known as āsanas (postures), used for various purposes (eg., meditation, contemplation, relaxation).

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Mantrashastra (the science of Mantras)

Source: Wisdom Library: Mantrashastra

ղśⲹ (वश्य, “control�) refers to one of the seven techniques to improve or revive fruitless mantras (i.e., “mantras that do not bring satisfaction and visible improvements�), according to the ṣaṭaٲԳٰ verses 1.89.91.—The operation of śⲹ (control) is described as: One should write a mantra from red sandalwood powder, costus plant, turmeric, beeswax and red arsenic on birch bark and wear it around the neck. If this doesn't work, then commit to Pīḍana (pressure).

: Shodhganga: Kasyapa Samhita—Text on Visha Chikitsa (mantra)

ղśⲹ (वश्य, “subjugation�) refers to one of the eight divisions of the object or purpose of a Mantra, according to the Śrīpraśṇa-saṃhi (verse 50.70-2).—Mantras refers to “that which is chanted by people to obtain their spiritual aspirations�.

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Mantrashastra (शिल्पशास्त्र, Գٰśٰ) refers to the ancient Indian science of mantras—chants, incantations, spells, magical hymns, etc. Mantra Sastra literature includes many ancient books dealing with the methods reciting mantras, identifying and purifying its defects and the science behind uttering or chanting syllables.

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Ayurveda (science of life)

Veterinary Medicine (The study and treatment of Animals)

: archive.org: The Elephant Lore of the Hindus

ղśⲹ (वश्य) refers to the “subjugation� (of an elephant), according to the 15th century ٲṅgī composed by Nīlakaṇṭha in 263 Sanskrit verses, dealing with elephantology in ancient  India, focusing on the science of management and treatment of elephants.—[Cf. chapter 10, “on the catching of elephants”]: �9. With honey, the root of Andropogon muricatus, and nata (said to be Tabernaemontana coronaria), mixed with wine or with elephant’s urine, such an ointment applied to the hind-quarters of the cow is an excellent seductive (śⲹ) of male elephants. [...]�.

Unclassified Ayurveda definitions

: archive.org: Catalogue of Pancaratra Agama Texts (ay)

ղśⲹ (वश्य) refers to one of the six aims for which the Garuḍamantra may be employed, according to the second chapter of the śⲹ貹ṃhٲ: a Pāñcarātra Āgama text composed of 13 chapters dealing with snake-bites, poisons and curing their venom by use of the ḍaԳٰ while also dealing with worship and devotion. Description of the chapter [viniyoga-vidhi]:—Returning to the mantra, Gautama asks to know how it may be employed for special viniyoga-purposes. Kaśyapa says that there are six aims for which this mantra may gainfully be employed: śԳپ첹, 貹ṣṭ첹, ṣāv, śⲹ, 첹ṣaṇa and ṣu (1-3). The peculiar, variant practices to be employed in each case are given—for the most part, entailing the use of different kinds or quantities of offerings in the required homas (4-40). [...]

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Āyurveda (आयुर्वेद, ayurveda) is a branch of Indian science dealing with medicine, herbalism, taxology, anatomy, surgery, alchemy and related topics. Traditional practice of Āyurveda in ancient India dates back to at least the first millenium BC. Literature is commonly written in Sanskrit using various poetic metres.

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In Buddhism

Mahayana (major branch of Buddhism)

: De Gruyter: A Buddhist Ritual Manual on Agriculture

ղśⲹ (वश्य) refers to �(being) subdued� (as part of an offering ritual), according to the ղٳṇḍⲹ첹貹Ჹ, an ancient Buddhist ritual manual on agriculture from the 5th-century (or earlier), containing various instructions for the Sangha to provide agriculture-related services to laypeople including rain-making, weather control and crop protection.—Accordingly, [as the Bhagavān teaches the offering of the root spell], “[...] When 1,008 recitations have been made, all great Nāga kings are subdued (śⲹ). They will always appear. They will always provide all that is wished for. They accomplish everything in detail. All retinues of kinsmen with children and grandchildren are subdued. They do everything that is desired. They guard him as if it were their own home�.

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Mahayana (महायान, mahāna) is a major branch of Buddhism focusing on the path of a Bodhisattva (spiritual aspirants/ enlightened beings). Extant literature is vast and primarely composed in the Sanskrit language. There are many ūٰs of which some of the earliest are the various Prajñāpārami ūٰs.

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Languages of India and abroad

Marathi-English dictionary

: DDSA: The Molesworth Marathi and English Dictionary

śⲹ (वश्य).—n (S) Amity or agreement of the horoscopes &c. of parties.

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śⲹ (वश्य).—a (S) Subject or obedient to. Ex. jō śⲹ na hōya brahmādikā || tō hō bhak svādhīna ||.

: DDSA: The Aryabhusan school dictionary, Marathi-English

śⲹ (वश्य).�a Subject or obedient to.

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Marathi is an Indo-European language having over 70 million native speakers people in (predominantly) Maharashtra India. Marathi, like many other Indo-Aryan languages, evolved from early forms of Prakrit, which itself is a subset of Sanskrit, one of the most ancient languages of the world.

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Sanskrit dictionary

: DDSA: The practical Sanskrit-English dictionary

ղśⲹ (वश्य).�a. [ś-ⲹ]

1) Capable of being subdued, controllable, governable; आत्मवश्यैर्विधेयात्म� प्रसादमधिगच्छत� (ātmaśⲹirvidhetmā prasādamadhigacchati) Bhagavadgī (Bombay) 2.64.

2) Subdued, conquered, tamed, humbled; कृशपरिणत� चेतः क्लेशवश्यं क्� चेदम� (kṛśapariṇati ceta� kleśaśⲹ� kva cedam) Śiva-mahimna 31; वश्य�- त्मन� तु यतता शक्योऽवाप्तुमुपायत� (ś- tmanā tu yata śakyo'vāptumupāyata�) Bhagavadgī (Bombay) 6.36.

3) Under influence or control, subject, dependent, obedient; तस्य पुत्रो भवेद्वश्यः समृद्ध� धार्मिकः सुधी� (tasya putro bhavedśⲹ� samṛddho dhārmika� sudhī�) H. Pr.18; oft. in comp.; (Բ�) हृदि व्यवस्थाप्� समाधिवश्यम� (hṛdi vyavasthāpya samādhiśⲹm) Kumārasambhava 3.5.

-śⲹ� A servant, dependant.

An humble or obedient wife; यं ब्रह्माणमियं देवी वाग्वश्येवानुवर्तत� (ya� brahmāṇamiya� devī vāgśyevānuvartate) Uttararāmacarita 1.2 (who has full command of language).

-śⲹ Cloves.

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ⲹ (वास्�).�a.

1) To be covered.

2) To be caused to dwell.

-sya�, -syam An axe; see वासि ().

: Cologne Digital Sanskrit Dictionaries: Shabda-Sagara Sanskrit-English Dictionary

ղśⲹ (वश्य).—mfn.

(-śⲹ�-ś-śⲹ�) 1. Docile, tame, humble, governable. 2. To be tamed or humbled. m.

(-śⲹ�) A dependent, a slave, f.

() A docile and obedient wife. n.

(-śⲹ�) Cloves. E. ś subjection, yat aff.

: Cologne Digital Sanskrit Dictionaries: Benfey Sanskrit-English Dictionary

ղśⲹ (वश्य).—i. e. ś + ya, I. adj., f. . 1. Governable, able to be subdued, [ʲñٲԳٰ] iii. [distich] 128; subdued, [ʲñٲԳٰ] 156, 10; 23, 3; being in one’s power, 146, 24. 2. Obedient, ib. 46, 20. Ii. m. A dependent, a slave. Iii. f. , An obedient wife. Iv. n. Cloves.

: Cologne Digital Sanskrit Dictionaries: Cappeller Sanskrit-English Dictionary

ղśⲹ (वश्य).—[adjective] submissive, obedient, yielding to ([genetive] or —�); [neuter] might, power. Abstr. [feminine], tva [neuter]

: Cologne Digital Sanskrit Dictionaries: Monier-Williams Sanskrit-English Dictionary

1) ղśⲹ (वश्य):—[from ś] mfn. to be subjected etc.

2) [v.s. ...] subdued, tamed, humbled

3) [v.s. ...] being under control, obedient to another’s will, dutiful, docile, tame, humble, at the disposal of ([genitive case] or [compound]), [Mahābhārata; Kāvya literature] etc.

4) [v.s. ...] m. a dependent, slave, [Monier-Williams� Sanskrit-English Dictionary]

5) [v.s. ...] Name of a son of Āgnīdhra, [Mārkaṇḍeya-purāṇa]

6) ղś (वश्य�):—[from śⲹ > ś] f. a docile and obedient wife, [Horace H. Wilson]

7) ղśⲹ (वश्य):—[from ś] f. ([Catalogue(s)]) or n. ([ib.; Prabodha-candrodaya]) the supernatural power of subjecting to one’s own will, any act (such as the repetition of spells) performed with that object, [Varāha-mihira’s Bṛhat-saṃhi; Gṛhsaṃgraha]

8) [v.s. ...] m. cloves, [Horace H. Wilson]

9) Vasya (वस्य):—[from vas] mfn. to be put on (See ٲ-).

10) ⲹ (वास्�):—[from ] 1. mfn. to be (or being) covered or enveloped, [ĪśUp.]

11) [v.s. ...] being worn (See prathama-ⲹ).

12) [from ] 2. mfn. to be caused to dwell or settle down, [Varāha-mihira’s Bṛhat-saṃhi]

13) 3. m. or n. (for 1. and 2. See p.947) = ī or śī, an axe, [Nīlakaṇṭha on Mahābhārata i, 4605; v, 5250.]

: Cologne Digital Sanskrit Dictionaries: Yates Sanskrit-English Dictionary

ղśⲹ (वश्य):—[(śya�-ś-śⲹ�) a.] Docile. m. A slave. f. Obedient wife. n. Cloves.

: DDSA: Paia-sadda-mahannavo; a comprehensive Prakrit Hindi dictionary (S)

ղśⲹ (वश्य) in the Sanskrit language is related to the Prakrit words: Vassa, Vusima.

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Hindi dictionary

[«𱹾dzܲ Ա»] � Vashya in Hindi glossary
: DDSA: A practical Hindi-English dictionary

ղśⲹ (वश्य) [Also spelled vashy]:�(a) worth controlling; to be tamed/overpowered; ~[] subjection, subjugation.

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Kannada-English dictionary

: Alar: Kannada-English corpus

ղśⲹ (ವಶ್ಯ):�

1) [adjective] that can be controlled, managed.

2) [adjective] trained and changed from a wild to domesticated state; tamed.

3) [adjective] not proud; not asserting oneself beyond certain limit; modest; humble.

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ղśⲹ (ವಶ್ಯ):�

1) [noun] the act of bringing under control or subjection.

2) [noun] that which is brought under control.

3) [noun] the art of bring and keeping another spellbound, bewitched.

4) [noun] a man who is spellbound, bewitched.

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Kannada is a Dravidian language (as opposed to the Indo-European language family) mainly spoken in the southwestern region of India.

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Nepali dictionary

: unoes: Nepali-English Dictionary

ղśⲹ (वश्य):—adj. capable of being subdued; controllable; governable;

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