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Antahpitha, Antah-pitha, ´¡²Ô³Ù²¹á¸¥pīṻ·²¹, Antar-pitha: 1 definition

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Antahpitha 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)

: Google Books: Manthanabhairavatantram

´¡²Ô³Ù²¹á¸¥pīṻ·²¹ (अनà¥à¤¤à¤ƒà¤ªà¥€à¤�) refers to the “inner sacred seatâ€� according to the KÄlikÄpurÄṇa chapter 76.—Accordingly, Åšiva, the Lord (Bhagavat), has instructed Bhairava and VetÄla in the use of certain mantras. Then he says to them:—â€�(Now you two) go to the inner sacred seat (²¹²Ô³Ù²¹á¸¥pīṻ·²¹) of KÄmarÅ«pa called NÄ«lÄcala. This is the secret abode of the (the goddess) KÄmÄkhyÄ called the sacred seat of KubjikÄ; there the heavenly Ganges (flows) (Äå°ìÄåÅ›²¹²µ²¹á¹…gÄå). (Bathe there and) sprinkle (yourselves) with its waters, O sons: worship there MahÄmÄyÄ who is the universe. Pleased, the goddess will quickly bestow (her) boons on you. [...]â€�.

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Shakta (शाकà¥à¤�, Å›Äkta) or Shaktism (Å›Äktism) 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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