Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
turiya avastha (Devanagari: तुरीय अवस्था ISO15919: turīya avasthā) is the transcendental state of Samadhi of Brahmagyan (knowledge of the Absolute). Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: sushupti * Reference: Prandhan Jivan Kunjbihari, Ch. 3
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
tulsi (Devanagari: तुलसी ISO15919: tulasī) is holy basil plant. Leaves of this plant are used to make the banamala for Shri Krishna. It is fragrant and has medicinal properties. Further Reading and Reference * Alternate Spelling: kalpataru, taal, tamal, rasala * Related Concepts: Uniqueness of Krishna's divine form * Reference:
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Tryadhisha (Devanagari: त्रयधीश; ISO 15919: trayadhīśa) literally means "Lord of the Three" or "Master of the Three Worlds." It is a reverential title for Shri Krishna, signifying His supreme authority and control over the entire cosmic manifestation (the three worlds or Trilok). Further Reading
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
See guna / triguna.
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Tridosha (Devanagari: त्रिदोष; ISO 15919: tridoṣa) collectively refers to the three fundamental bodily humors or bio-energies in Ayurveda. These three forces are: * Vata: Wind (associated with movement). * Pitta: Bile (associated with metabolism). * Kapha: Phlegm (associated with structure/lubrication). According to Ayurvedic principles, an imbalance among these three
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Tribhuvana (Devanagari: त्रिभुवन; ISO 15919: tribhuvana) literally means "Three Worlds." In Vedic cosmology, it refers to the three primary planes of existence within the universe: * Svarga: The celestial abodes (Heaven). * Mrityulok/Bhu: The earthly plane (Earth). * Narak: The hellish abodes. Further Reading and Reference * Alternate
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Trataka (Devanagari: त्राटक; ISO 15919: trāṭaka) refers to a yogic practice designed to control the mind. It involves fixing the gaze steadily upon a specific point or object (such as a candle flame) without blinking, serving as a method to improve concentration and mental stability. Further Reading and
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Tilak is a sacred forehead mark signifying the chosen spiritual guide. Discover its materials, like sandalwood and musk, and its role in identifying a disciple's Guru.
Maharaj Ji's Poetic Dictionary
thei thei (Devanagari: थेइ थेइ ISO15919: thei thei) are called bol (Devanagari: बोल ISO15919: bola) in Hindi. These bol are used in Indian classical dance and can be understood as "syllables," "rhythmic syllables," "mnemonic syllables," or "spoken rhythmic phrases."
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Tatastha Lakshana means secondary or functional qualities. Discover the difference between an object's essential nature and its utility in Vedic philosophy.
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Swayamvara (Devanagari: स्वयंवर; ISO 15919: svayaṁvara) refers to a grand ancient ceremony in which a bride chooses her own groom (literally "self-choice"). In this tradition, parents invite eligible suitors to assemble. The bride signifies her choice by placing a garland around the neck of her selected
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Svedaja (Devanagari: स्वेदज; ISO 15919: svedaja) literally means "born from sweat" or "moisture-born." It refers to the category of living beings that originate from moisture, heat, or perspiration. Common examples include lice, bugs, and bacteria. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: andaj, udbhij, Types