Vajrankana, Vajrāṅkana, Vajra-ankana: 1 definition
Vajrankana 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.
Shaivism (Shaiva philosophy)
Vajrāṅkana (वज्राङ्कन) or Vajrakḷpti refers to “placement of three strands of darbha to the East and North [?]” which is prescribed as one of the operations/ preliminary ceremonies related to the kuṇḍa (“fire-pit”), according to the various Āgamas and related literature. Vajrāṅkana is mentioned in the Mṛgendra-āgama (Kriyā-pāda, chapter 6). The Pūrvakāmika-āgama (chapter 8) mentions Vajrāṅkana as Vajrakḷpti.
Shaiva (शैव, śaiva) or Shaivism (śaivism) represents a tradition of Hinduism worshiping Shiva as the supreme being. Closely related to Shaktism, Shaiva literature includes a range of scriptures, including Tantras, while the root of this tradition may be traced back to the ancient Vedas.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Vajra, Ankana.
Full-text: Vajraklipti, Kunda.
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