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vinavari | वीणावारी
vinavari (Devanagari: वीणावारी ISO15919: vīṇāvārī) means a lady playing a vina. Further Reading and Reference * Reference: Prema Rasa Madira - The Intoxicating Bliss of Divine Love, Vol. 2, Ch. 12
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vina | वीणा
Vina (Devanagari: वीणा; ISO 15919: vīṇā) is an ancient stringed musical instrument used in Indian classical music. It is often depicted in the hands of the Goddess Saraswati and the celestial sage Narada. Further Reading and Reference * Alternate Spelling: veena * Related Concepts: mridanga * Reference: Prema Rasa Madira - The
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vijighatso | विजिघत्सो
Vijighatso (Devanagari: विजिघत्सो; ISO 15919: vijighatso) refers to the divine quality of being free from hunger and all material aspirations. It is one of the eight divine qualities inherent in God. According to the philosophy of Dahar Vidya, these eight qualities—including Vijighatso—are bestowed upon the
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videha paramahamsa | विदेह परमहंस
Videha Paramahamsa (Devanagari: विदेह परमहंस; ISO 15919: videha paramahaṁsa) refers to a highly advanced spiritual state of a Brahmajnani (knower of the Absolute). Literally meaning "bodiless supreme swan," it describes a sage who has attained such deep absorption in Nirakar Brahm that they are completely
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vibhuti | विभूति
Vibhuti (Devanagari: विभूति; ISO 15919: vibhūti) carries two primary meanings: 1. Divine Opulence: It refers to glorious power, wealth, or manifestation. For instance, Goddess Mahalakshmi is considered the presiding deity of Vibhuti (divine fortune and abundance). 2. Sacred Ash: It refers to the holy ash produced from a
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vedic dharma | वैदिक धर्म
Vedic Dharma (Devanagari: वैदिक धर्म; ISO 15919: vaidika dharma) refers to the performance of duties as prescribed by the Vedas. It is often synonymous with Varnashram Dharma. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: karmakand * Reference: Prema Rasa Siddhanta - Philosophy of Divine Love, Ch. 8
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veda vid | वेद विद
Veda Vid (Devanagari: वेदवित्; ISO 15919: veda vit) literally means "Knower of the Vedas." It is a title for Shri Krishna, signifying that He alone understands the true purport and hidden meaning of the Vedic scriptures. Along with being the composer (Veda Krit) and the object
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veda vedya | वेद वेद्य
Veda Vedya (Devanagari: वेद वेद्य; ISO 15919: veda vedya) literally means "To be known by the Vedas." It refers to the ultimate object of knowledge described in the scriptures. It is a title for Shri Krishna, signifying that He is the one who is truly
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veda krit | वेद कृत
Veda Krit (Devanagari: वेद कृत; ISO 15919: veda kṛt) literally means "The Maker of the Vedas" or "Composer of the Vedas." It is a specific epithet for Shri Krishna, signifying that He is the ultimate author and source of all Vedic knowledge and scripture.
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vasudhaiva kutumbakam | वसुधैव कुटुंबकम
Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (Devanagari: वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम्; ISO 15919: vasudhaiva kuṭumbakam) is a Sanskrit phrase that translates to "The whole world is one family." It is derived from the words Vasudha (the Earth), Eva (indeed), and Kutumbakam (family). This concept encapsulates the philosophy of universal
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vastavik leela | वास्तविक
Vastavik Leela (Devanagari: वास्तविक लीला; ISO 15919: vāstavika līlā) refers to the real or transcendental pastimes of God. These are the spontaneous activities performed in the Divine Abode of Braj solely to reciprocate the pure love of His devotees. In this divine realm, the strictures of
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vashikaran | वशीकरण
vashikaran (Devanagari: वशीकरण ISO15919: vaśīkaraṇa) refers to the power of subjugation or control. It is classified as one of the eight Sattvik Siddhis (mystical powers). This power enables the possessor to bring other beings—specifically those with lower spiritual potency—under their influence or control. Further Reading and Reference