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Bhakti Siddhant Glossary

prakriti | प्रकृति

prakriti (Devanagari: प्रकृति ISO15919: prakr̥ti) is same as maya shakti. Further Reading and Reference * Reference: Prema Rasa Siddhanta - Philosophy of Divine Love, Ch. 1

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pracharak | प्रचारक

Pracharak (Devanagari: प्रचारक; ISO 15919: pracāraka) refers to a skilled, knowledgeable, and effective propagator of a Guru's teachings. These individuals are experts who not only possess a deep understanding of the spiritual material but also actively explain and propagate it to others, often traveling to distant

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prabhava deha | प्राभव देह

Prabhava Deha (Devanagari: प्राभव देह; ISO 15919: prābhava deha) refers to the God's divine form in Golok. Further Reading and Reference * Alternate Spelling: prabhav deh * Related Concepts: Uniqueness of Shri Krishna's form * Reference: Who am I? Who is Mine? Vol. 1, Ch. 6

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pitta | पित्त

pitta (Devanagari: पित्त; ISO 15919: pitta) is an energy that governs digestion, metabolism, and transformation in the body.  Pitta controls the body's digestive fire, or jatharagni (Devanagari: जठराग्नि, ISO 15919: jaṭharāgni).  Imbalance of pitta causes physical ailments. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: tridosha,

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pitri rina | पितृ ऋण

pitri rina (Devanagari: पितृ ऋण; ISO 15919: pitr̥ r̥ṇa) refers to the ancestral debt that every jiva (soul) owes to their forefathers. This debt acknowledges the contribution of ancestors toward one's spiritual, emotional, and physical growth. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: pancha rina, Tririn—Three

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pithasana | पीठासन

Pithasana (Devanagari: पीठासन; ISO 15919: pīṭhāsana) refers to a low stool or seat, traditionally used for sitting during meals or prayer. In ancient India, kings and queens used to occupy opulent versions of these seats—crafted from fragrant sandalwood, featuring intricate carvings, and studded with precious gems. Further

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pitambara | पीताम्बर

Pitambara (Devanagari: पीताम्बर; ISO 15919: pītāmbara) literally translates to yellow garment. It specifically refers to the ankle-length yellow silken cloth worn by Shri Krishna. The term is also occasionally used to describe His yellow upper shawl. Further Reading and Reference * Alternate Spelling: pitambar * Related Concepts: besar, pattika,

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pichakari | पिचकारी

A large syringe-like instrument used to squirt coloured water on others during the festival of Holi. Reference: Prema Rasa Madira - The Intoxicating Bliss of Divine Love, Vol. 2, Ch. 18

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phalgu vairagya | फल्गु वैराग्य

Phalgu Vairagya (Devanagari: फल्गु वैराग्य; ISO 15919: phalgu vairāgya) means false renunciation. It is named after the Phalgu River in India. This river looks like dry sand on the surface, but water flows secretly underneath. Similarly, a person might look like a hermit on the outside—

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phaguna/phalguna | फागुन/फाल्गुन

Phalgun (Devanagari: फाल्गुन; ISO 15919: phālguna) is the final month of the Hindu calendar, roughly corresponding to March, just before the spring season. In poetry, the name is often modified to suit the rhythm or for linguistic ornamentation. Common variations include: * Phagun (Devanagari: फागुन; ISO

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pattika | पट्टिका

pattika (Devanagari: पट्टिका; ISO 15919: paṭṭikā) refers to a chain-like ornament worn along the hairline, featuring a pendant that adorns the forehead. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: besar, karnaphool, chandrika, Uniqueness of Shri Krishna's divine form * Reference: Prema Rasa Madira - The Intoxicating Bliss of

pata | पट

pata (Devanagari: पट ISO15919: paṭa) means clothes. REFERENCE Prema Rasa Madira - The Intoxicating Bliss of Divine Love, Vol. 2, Ch. 9

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paropakara | परोपकार

paropakara (Devanagari: परोपकार; ISO 15919: parōpakāra) signifies benevolence or the act of uplifting others. Since every living being has two aspects—a material body and a divine soul—this upliftment takes two distinct forms: * Physical: Fulfilling material needs to support the body. * Spiritual: Uplifting the soul. While many

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parikrama | परिक्रमा

parikrama (Devanagari: परिक्रमा; ISO 15919: parikramā) refers to the devotional act of circumambulation—walking around God (Hari), the Guru, a holy place, or a sacred object. During this practice, devotees often engage in kirtan, walking and dancing joyously as they circle the sacred entity to show reverence. Further

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parijata | पारिजात

parijata (Devanagari: पारिजात; ISO 15919: pārijāta) is a celestial flower tree in celestial god Indra's garden with yellowish pure white flowers with a very special fragrance. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: kalpa taru, kama dhenu * Reference: Prema Rasa Madira - The Intoxicating Bliss of

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parasa | पारस

parasa (Devanagari: पारस; ISO 15919: pārasa) is a touchstone: a very rare and presently non-existent gem that can convert iron into gold simply by touching it. Further Reading and Reference * Alternate Spelling: paras * Related Concepts: chinta mani

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Paramatma | परमात्मा

Paramatma (Devanagari: परमात्मा; ISO 15919: paramātmā) literally signifies the Supreme Soul. This all-majestic form of the Supreme Lord is also known as MahaVishnu. In this aspect, the Lord is endowed with both form and qualities, yet He manifests His powers only partially. While He resides within the hearts

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paramapara| परम्परा

Parampara (Devanagari: परम्परा; ISO 15919: paramparā) generally signifies a succession or tradition passed down from one generation to the next. It carries two distinct meanings depending on the context: * Social Context: It refers to family traditions, customs, or lineage. * Spiritual Context: It denotes disciplic succession—the uninterrupted chain of

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parakiya bhava | परकीया भाव

Parakiya Bhava (Devanagari: परकीया भाव; ISO 15919: parakīyā bhāva) refers to the devotional sentiment of a married woman who loves Shri Krishna as her beloved, despite being married to another. Svakiya Bhava (Devanagari: स्वकीया भाव; ISO 15919: svakīyā bhāva), in contrast, refers to the sentiment

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para tattva | परतत्त्व

para tattva (Devanagari: परतत्त्व; ISO 15919: paratattva) means The Supreme Truth. The truth is Shri Krishna. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: Bhavagan Shri Krishna * Reference: Raas Panchadhyayi, Ch. 3

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para shakti | परा शक्ति

Same as Yogamaya Shakti. Further Reading and Reference * Reference: Who am I? Who is Mine? Vol. 1, Ch. 2

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para bhakti | परा भक्ति

Same as siddha bhakti.

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papihara / papiha | पपीहरा / पपीहा

Papiha (Devanagari: पपीहा; ISO 15919: papīhā) refers to the black cuckoo bird. Characteristics This bird is known for not building its own nest. Instead, it lays its eggs in the nests of crows, leaving the mother crow to raise its offspring. Literary Significance In Indian literature, its call is

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Paniniya Shiksha | पाणिनीय शिक्षा

Paniniya Shiksha (Devanagari: पाणिनीय शिक्षा ; ISO 15919: pāṇinīya śikṣā ) is a philosophical system of Sanskrit grammar authored by Sage Panini. It comprises 4,000 aphorisms derived from Lord Shiva and is acclaimed as the most complete text on the science of language. Further Reading and

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panghata| पनघट

panghata (Devanagari: पनघट ISO15919: panaghata) refers to a community water source, such as a riverbank or a well, where people traditionally gather to collect water. Further Reading and Reference * Alternate Spelling: panghat * Reference: Prema Rasa Madira - The Intoxicating Bliss of Divine Love