Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Sajatiya Bhed Shunya (Devanagari: सजातीय भेद शून्य; ISO 15919: sajātīya bhēda śūnya) refers to the state of being devoid of distinction from objects of the same nature or category. Shri Krishna is described as Sajatiya Bhed Shunya because He is non-different from His own expansions.
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Same as gopi. Further Reading and Reference * Reference: Prema Rasa Madira - The Intoxicating Bliss of Divine Love, Vol. 3, Ch. 20
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Rudra (Devanagari: रुद्र; ISO 15919: rudra) a manifestation of Lord Shiva. Further Reading and Reference * Reference: Practise Powerful Meditation, Ch. 8
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Ruchi (Devanagari: रुचि; ISO 15919: ruci) refers to a spontaneous interest. It signifies a state where the mind naturally finds pleasure in remembering God and the Guru. In the gradual progression of devotion—moving from Sadhana Bhakti toward Bhava Bhakti—the development of this "taste" is recognized
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A red powder made principally from turmeric and lime used to make sectarian or decorative marks (tilaka) chiefly on the forehead. REFERENCE Prema Rasa Madira - The Intoxicating Bliss of Divine Love, Vol. 2 Ch. 13
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Rishi Rina (Devanagari: ऋषि ऋण; ISO 15919: r̥ṣi r̥ṇa) refers to the debt to the sages. It acknowledges the immense contribution of the ancient seers who revealed the scriptures and imparted spiritual knowledge to humanity. One repays this debt by studying the scriptures and preserving the wisdom by
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Rishi (Devanagari: ऋषि; ISO 15919: r̥ṣi) signifies an ascetic, sage, or seer. It specifically describes an individual who has attained mastery over their senses through rigorous spiritual practice. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: Rajrishi, Brahmrishi, pancha jnanandriya * Reference: Prema Rasa Siddhanta - Philosophy of Divine Love
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Rigveda (Devanagari: ऋग्वेद; ISO 15919: r̥gveda) is the first of the four Vedas. The original body of Vedic knowledge was divided into four distinct books by Sage Ved Vyas, with the Rigveda serving as the foundational text. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: The Vedas: Sacred Knowledge
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Riddhi (Devanagari: रिद्धि; ISO 15919: riddhi) refers to celestial treasures. It signifies the extraordinary opulence and prosperity that is unique to the celestial abodes. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: siddhi * Reference: Prema Rasa Madira - The Intoxicating Bliss of Divine Love - Vol. 1, Ch. 4
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A feminine form of rakshasa. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: manav, devata * Reference: Prema Rasa Madira - The Intoxicating Bliss of Divine Love
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Pyari (Devanagari: प्यारी; ISO 15919: pyārī) is a term of endearment that carries multiple meanings depending on the context: * Adjective: Beautiful, lovely, or dear. * General Noun: A generic term for a female beloved. * Proper Noun: A prominent epithet or name of Shri Radha. Further Reading and Reference * Reference:
Bhakti Siddhant Glossary
Pushti Marg (Devanagari: पुष्टि मार्ग; ISO 15919: puṣṭi mārga) refers to the Path of Grace, a devotional tradition established by Vallabhacharya. In this path, the devotee relies entirely on the grace (Pushti) of Shri Krishna. The aspirant humbly surrenders and dedicates their whole being to the