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Bhakti Siddhant Glossary

parinamvaad | परिणामवाद

Parinamavada (Devanagari: परिणामवाद; ISO 15919: pariṇāmavāda) refers to the doctrine of Actual Transformation. Often discussed in Vedantic philosophy alongside Advaita Vedanta, this theory proposes that Brahm (God) literally transformed Himself to become the material world. The Milk Analogy This concept is illustrated using the example of milk

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Chaturyuga | चतुर्युग

Chaturyuga (Devanagari: चतुर्युग; ISO 15919: caturyuga) refers to the Cycle of Four Ages. It represents one cycle of cosmic time, comprising four distinct eras that rotate in a specific order. The duration and virtue of each age decline in a mathematical ratio of 4:3:2:1,

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Akshaypatra | अक्षयपात्र

Akshaypatra (Devanagari: अक्षयपात्र; ISO 15919: akṣayapātra) refers to the inexhaustible vessel or divine bowl. The term is derived from Akshaya (undecaying/inexhaustible) and Patra (vessel). In the Mahabharata, this vessel was gifted by the Sun God (Surya) to the Pandavas during their exile. It provided an unlimited

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saam sangeet | साम संगीत

This Samaveda Veda defines the samsangeet (Devanagari: साम संगीत ISO15919: sāma saṁgīta). Each Veda mantra it set to precise tonal accents called svara (Devanagari: स्वर ISO15919: svara). These are used to preserve the correct pronunciation and intonation. These are crucial in Vedic chanting to maintain the

In Depth - Bhakti Vocabulary

Sanyasi—Renunciate

Sannyasi (Devanagari: संन्यासी; ISO 15919: saṁnyāsī) refers to a renunciant or monk who has completely abandoned material attachments to pursue God-realization, typically living a life of celibacy. Eligibility and Warning Scriptural law states that anyone, regardless of age or caste, may renounce their worldly duties the moment

Shmashan Vairagya — Fake Renunciation

Shmashana Vairagya (cremation-ground renunciation) is a temporary detachment witnessed at funerals. This fleeting realization of impermanence vanishes, continuing the cycle of material attachment.

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dinata | दीनता

Dinata (Devanagari: दीनाता; ISO 15919: dīnātā) signifies extreme humility or a sense of spiritual destitution. The Reality of Dependence The jiva (soul) derives its consciousness entirely from God. It is through His power that the soul thinks, decides, acts, and even breathes. The very food essential for survival

svakiya bhav | स्वकीया भाव

See parakiya bhav

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Yogakshem | योगक्षेम

Yogakshem (Devanagari: योगक्षेम, ISO 15919: yōgakṣēma) is a compound Sanskrit term for comprehensive welfare, encompassing two responsibilities: ComponentMeaningYoga (योग, yōga)Granting: To give what has not yet been given.Kṣema (क्षेम, kṣēma)Protection: To protect what has already been given. The Two Tiers of

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Manasi Murti | मानसी मूर्ति​​

Manasi Murti (मानसी मूर्ति): Mental visualization of God's form. This superior practice attaches the mind directly to the Divine—the fastest path to God-realization!

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gandharva | गंधर्व

gandharva (Devanagari: गंधर्व ; ISO 15919: gandharva) are celestial musicians who entertain the devatas (gods) with their music. Their primary abodes are known as Manushya Gandharva Loka and Deva Gandharva Loka. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: Worldly Bliss, Tritaap — Three Sufferings, Types of life forms, Pancha Mahabhoot -

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mriga | मृग​

The mriga (Devanagari: मृग ; ISO 15919: mr̥ga), or deer, is an animal celebrated in Indian poetry for its large and gentle eyes. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: papiha, charkvak, chakor * Reference: Prema Rasa Madira - The Intoxicating Bliss of Divine Love, Vol. 1, Ch. 7

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deviloka | देवीलोक

deviloka (Devanagari: देवीलोक; ISO 15919: dēvīlōka) is divine abode of Mother Durga, located in Paravyom. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: devalok

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anjan | अंजन

In Ayurveda anjan (Devanagari: अंजन ; ISO 15919: añjana) are eye ointments or salves used for treating eye diseases, such as cataracts. It is also a powerful metaphor for the Divine, especially in Bhakti poetry. Shri Krishna is referred to as anjan of gopis eyes. This means He has eternally

Surrender

bhakt | भक्त

One who has attained the power of bhakti is called a bhakt (Devanagari: भक्त; ISO 15919: bhakta). This term is also used more broadly for anyone who intensely adores something or someone, e.g., one who loves money is often referred to as a "bhakt of wealth."

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chandrika | चंद्रिका

chandrika (Devanagari: चंद्रिका; ISO 15919: candrikā) is the crescent-shaped decorations on a crown. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: besar, pattika, karnaphool, Uniqueness of Shri Krishna's divine form * Reference: Prema Rasa Madira - The Intoxicating Bliss of Divine Love, Vol. 2 Ch. 10

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abira |अबीर

abir (Devanagari: अबीर; ISO15919: abīra) is a fine texture coloured powder used for playing Holi festival. Also written as: abir, abeer REFERENCE Prema Rasa Madira - The Intoxicating Bliss of Divine Love, Ch. 18

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Pranipaat | प्रणिपात

Pranipaat is superlative spiritual form of the initial act of paat, representing a distinct hierarcy in humility and surrender to your Guru. 1. Paat (Devanagari: पात ISO15919: pāta) - a sign of physical humility, but the mind lacks true feeling of submission. 2. Nipaat (Devanagari: निपात ISO15919:

The Soul, Material world and detachment

Self-Realization is Not God-Realization

Self-realization is distinct from God-realization. A gyani (seeker of knowledge) reaches God-realization only after conquering the final hurdle of Sattvaguni Maya (the subtlest illusion). Although the gyānī's ultimate goal is to merge with the impersonal God (Nirakar Brahm), the path demands devotion (bhakti) and the worship of the

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kritkritya | कृतकृत्य

kritkritya (Devanagari: कृतकृत्य ISO15919: kr̥takr̥tya) is a Sanskrit term that means one who has accomplished their goal. Since every action is motivated by a specific aim, someone who is Kritkritya has no unfulfilled desires. When the cause (the desire) is gone, the effect (the action)

The Saint

Who is a True Guru?

Discover who a true Guru is—an authentic spiritual master, God-realized and scripturally wise, guiding seekers beyond Maya.

The Saint

12 Qualities Every Genuine Saint Has

Discover the 12 essential qualities of a genuine Saint — the unmistakable signs of a God-realized Master who guides souls to divine bliss.

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kamadev | कामदेव

Kamadev (Devanagari: कामदेव, ISO 15919: kāmadēva) is a celestial devata residing in Svarga. Among all material beings, he is considered the most handsome. Known as the god of conjugal love, Kamadev wields a bow and arrows—anyone struck by his arrow becomes filled with lust. However, his powers

Forms of God and Descensions

Swayam Shri Krishna Is Not an Avatar of Mahavishnu

Question Since childhood we have heard “God is one” and also that there are several Divine authorities. We also hear that Shri Krishna is the Supreme God. Also, the prevalent view is the Shri Krishna is descension of Mahavishnu. This is confusing. Can you please resolve who Shri Krishna is?

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yamak alankar | यमक अलंकार

Yamak alankar (Devanagari: यमक अलंकार ISO15919: yamaka alaṅkāra) is a figure of speech in Hindi and Sanskrit poetry. The beauty of this poetic device comes from the multiple meanings a single word can convey, adding depth and layers to the text.