Puramadhya, Pura-madhya: 1 definition
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Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Source: Google Books: ManthanabhairavatantramPuramadhya (पुरमध्य) refers to the “middle of the abode (of the foundation)”, according to the Śrīmatottara-tantra, an expansion of the Kubjikāmatatantra: the earliest popular and most authoritative Tantra of the Kubjikā cult.—Accordingly, [while describing the visualized form of Navātman Bhairava]: “One should attain the plane of the Vaḍava (Fire) by means of the Yoga of the Vaḍava Fire. It is in the middle of the abode (puramadhya) of the foundation in the centre of the triangle. It is within the Vaḍava Fire and is energized by the Vaḍava Fire. Navātman, who possesses Bhairava’s form, is there. [...]”.
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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Partial matches: Pura, Madhya.
Starts with: Puramadhyastha.
Full-text: Shringata.
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Vedic influence on the Sun-worship in the Puranas (by Goswami Mitali)
Part 10 - Temples and Pilgrimages for Worshipping the Sun-god in the Purāṇas < [Chapter 4 - Vedic Influence on the Sun-Worship in the Purāṇas]
Chandogya Upanishad (Madhva commentary) (by Srisa Chandra Vasu)