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sant (Devanagari: संत; ISO 15919: santa) is a God-realized saint. Unlike a mere scholar, a Sant is a spiritually perfected soul who possesses direct, experiential perception of God—meaning they can see, hear, touch, and smell His divine form. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: bhagavadprapti, Rasik Saint
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Sankalpa (Devanagari: संकल्प; ISO 15919: saṁkalpa) signifies a firm resolve, intention, or solemn vow made through one's own free will. It represents a powerful mental commitment to achieve a specific goal. In Hindu traditions, a Sankalpa is formally taken before performing a puja, meditation, or any
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Sanjivani (Devanagari: संजीवनी; ISO 15919: saṁjīvanī) refers to a miraculous herb possessing the power to restore life. The Legend According to the Ramayana, during the war to liberate Mother Sita, Meghnad struck Lakshman with a deadly weapon. The blow was so potent that it rendered Lakshman into a
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Sandhya Vandan (Devanagari: संध्या वंदन; ISO 15919: saṁdhyā vandana) refers to a set of mandatory rituals prescribed in the Vedas. These rituals are performed daily at three specific junctures—dawn, noon, and dusk—by individuals who have undergone the sacred thread ceremony (Upanayana). Bhakti Perspective For those
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samvari (Devanagari: साँवरी ISO15919: sām̐varī) is a dark-complexioned girl. When Radha Rani is in maan then sometimes Shri Krishna dresses up as a girl to gain entry into Shri Radha's palace. Then He is also called Samvari. LEARN MORE * Names of Shri Krishna REFERENCE Prema Rasa
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Sampradaya (Devanagari: सम्प्रदाय; ISO 15919: sampradāya) generally refers to a disciplic lineage, spiritual tradition, or sect. It denotes a group that adheres to a specific set of teachings, beliefs, rituals, and a chosen deity. Numerous traditions exist today (such as the Gaudiya, Shankara, Shaiva, and Shakta Sampradayas)
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Sannyasi (Devanagari: संन्यासी; ISO 15919: saṁnyāsī) refers to a renunciant monk who abandons material life to pursue God-realization. Eligibility is determined solely by the development of Yukta Vairagya (true detachment); scriptures warn that external renunciation without internal purity leads to spiritual degradation. Sannyasis are classified into ascending
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Samipya Mukti (Devanagari: सामीप्य मुक्ति; ISO 15919: sāmīpya mukti) refers to the liberation from Maya and attainment of divine proximity. In this state, the liberated soul attains the privilege of residing near Lord MahaVishnu within His divine abode, Vaikuntha Loka. Further Reading and Reference * Related
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Samaveda (Devanagari: सामवेद; ISO 15919: sāmaveda) is one of the four Vedas compiled by Sage Ved Vyas, specifically defining the art of Sama Sangita (melodic chanting). To preserve the precise vibrational potency of its mantras, the text utilizes three distinct tonal accents—Udatta (high), Anudatta (low), and Swarita
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Sakhya Bhava (Devanagari: सख्य भाव; ISO 15919: sakhya bhāva) refers to the devotional sentiment of loving the Supreme Lord as one would love a close friend. It is one of the four primary bhavas (devotional moods) practiced by devotees seeking an intimate personal relationship with God. Further Reading
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Sakhi Bhava (Devanagari: सखी भाव; ISO 15919: sakhī bhāva) refers to the devotional sentiment in which the devotee identifies as a female friend (sakhi) of Shri Radha. In this mood, devotees act as selfless assistants, facilitating and serving in the divine pastimes (lilas) of Shri Radha and Shri Krishna
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Sakhi (Devanagari: सखी ; ISO 15919: sakhī) refers to a girl friend of Shri Radha. Same as gopi. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: gopi, gopi prem, ashta mahasakhi, Why is Ashta Mahasakhi's Love Unique * Reference: Prema Rasa Madira - The Intoxicating Bliss of Divine Love, Vol. 1, Ch.