Pustakabhyasa, Pustakābhyāsa, Pustaka-abhyasa: 1 definition
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Pustakabhyasa 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.
In Hinduism
Shaktism (Shakta philosophy)
Source: Google Books: ManthanabhairavatantramPustakābhyāsa (पुस्तकाभ्यास) refers to “practicing (the teachings) of a book”, according to verse 11.39-45 of the Kularatnoddyota, one of the earliest Kubjikā Tantras.—Accordingly, “[...] O beloved, having quickly (taras) caught that fish with the net of Śakti, the lord of Siddhas will study (the scripture) in the belly of that fish. Practicing (the teachings) of the book (pustakābhyāsa) in the middle of that (fish), he (will become) powerful. He will see (reality) once seen that unique and excellent teaching”.
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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