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Uromarishi, Uroma-rishi: 2 definitions

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Uromarishi means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit, the history of ancient India. 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

Shaivism (Shaiva philosophy)

Source: Wisdom Library: Åšaivism

Uromariá¹£i is the name of one of the eighteen Siddhars mentioned in the AbhidÄna-cintÄmaṇi, a 12th century lexicon by Hemacandra. The Siddhars refers to ancient intellectuals of Tamil Nadu and are the teachers of Siddha medicine: an ancient practice of South-India claiming to over 8,000 years old.

According to tradition, Nandi and Agastya learnt the Siddha system of medicine and Åš¾±±¹²¹yoga from Åš¾±±¹²¹, and imparted it to a number of disciples (eg., Uromariá¹£i). These Siddhars are united by their philosophy, accepting the human body as the microcosm of the universe, and seeing the human evolution as the ultimate accomplishment of the regenerative power of the Universe.

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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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India history and geography

Source: Wisdom Library: Teachers, Saints and Sages

Uromarishi is another name for Ramadevar: one of the Siddhars (Siddhas) and Rishis mentioned by Rangarasa Desiga Swamigal in his Siddhargal Potri Thoguppu. Each name in the list starts with prefix â€�Omâ€� followed by the Siddhar’s names and ends with refrain â€�Thiruvadigal Potriâ€�. For example for Uromarishi: ஓமà¯� இராமதேவரà¯� திரà¯à®µà®Ÿà®¿à®•ள௠போறà¯à®±à®¿[ Åm irÄmatÄ“var tiruvaá¹­ikaá¸� pÅṟṟi].—These Siddhas experienced union with the ultimate reality and witnessed a spiritual transformation of their intellectual, mental, vital and ultimately, physical bodies.

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The history of India traces the identification of countries, villages, towns and other regions of India, as well as mythology, zoology, royal dynasties, rulers, tribes, local festivities and traditions and regional languages. Ancient India enjoyed religious freedom and encourages the path of Dharma, a concept common to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.

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