Chhinnamasta is an alternative spelling of the Sanskrit word Chinnamasta, which is defined according to 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 or the alternative page.

Chhinnamasta can further be alternatively spelled as Chhinnamastā, Chhinna-masta and Chhinna-mastā.

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Partial matches: Chhinna, Masta.

Starts with: Chhinnamastaka.

Full-text: Chinnamasta, Mahavidya.

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