Madhyamauli, Madhyama-oli: 1 definition

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Madhyamauli 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.

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Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)

[«previous next»] — Madhyamauli in Shaktism glossary
Source: Google Books: Manthanabhairavatantram

Madhyamauli (मध्यमौलि) refers to the “Middle Lineage” according to the Saubhāgyasudhodaya and the Nityāṣoḍaśikārṇava.—The three lineages (olis) of the Śrīvidyā school are also described in the last chapter of the Saubhāgyasudhodaya by Amṛtānanda, well known as an early commentator of the [Yoginīhṛdaya]. [...] The founder of the Middle Lineage (madhyamauli) is Ṣaṣṭhīśa, who is Skanda (Subrāhmaṇya). His body is made of sattva and his consort is Bhagamālā. He resides in the sacred seat of Śrīpūrṇaśaila.

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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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