Gurvashrita, Gurvāśrita, Guru-ashrita: 1 definition
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Gurvashrita 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 Gurvāśrita can be transliterated into English as Gurvasrita or Gurvashrita, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).
In Hinduism
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Source: Google Books: ManthanabhairavatantramGurvāśrita (गुर्वाश्रित) refers to “that which is founded on the teacher”, according to the Jayadrathayāmala verse 1.45.1.—Accordingly, “All this, the endless essence of the scriptures that saves from the world of transmigration and the rest is founded on the teacher (gurvāśrita)”.
Shakta (शाक्त, 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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