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shloka | श्लोक

Shloka (Devanagari: श्लोक; ISO 15919: ślōka) refers to a poetic verse in Sanskrit, traditionally composed of two lines with a specific rhythm and structure. Many major Hindu scriptures, such as the Bhagavad Gita and the Srimad Bhagavatam, are poetic compositions constructed entirely of these verses. Further Reading and

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shishaphula | शीशफुल

Shishaphula (Devanagari: शीशफूल; ISO 15919: śīśaphūla) literally translates to "Head Flower." It is a specialized type of pattika (head ornament) worn on the crown of the head or the forehead. As the name suggests, it is distinguished by its intricate floral design. Further Reading and Reference

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shaddarshana | षड्दर्शन

shaddarshana (Devanagari: षड्दर्शन ISO15919: ṣaḍdarśana) are same as darshan shastra. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: Darshan Shastra — Schools of Philosophy * Reference: The Supreme Spiritual Master - His Biography

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shastrartha | शास्त्रार्थ

Shastrartha (scriptural debate) was used by scholars to deepen understanding. The winner of all debates earns the title Jagadguru or Digvijayi Pandit.

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sharirika dharma | शरीरिक धर्म

Same as varnashrama dharma Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: karma * Reference: Bhakti Shatak - Hundred Gems of Devotion - an in-depth analysis

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shakha | शाखा

Shakha (Devanagari: शाखा; ISO 15919: śākhā) literally means "branch." In the context of Vedic literature, it refers to a specific concept. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: Upanishad * Reference: Who am I? Who is Mine? Vol. 1, Ch. 2

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shahnai | शहनाई

Shahnai (Devanagari: शहनाई; ISO 15919: śahanāī) is a short, pipe-like wind instrument similar to a clarinet. In Indian tradition, its sound is considered deeply auspicious. Therefore, it is customarily played during weddings, festivals, and other happy occasions to invoke good fortune. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: vina, chang

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satsangi | सत्संगी

Satsangi (Devanagari: सत्संगी; ISO 15919: satsaṁgī) refers to an individual who mentally engages in Satsanga (divine association). This implies that the practitioner is not merely physically present, but is intellectually and emotionally absorbed—or striving to be absorbed—in the Divine. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: Sadhana,

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satsampradaya | सत्सम्प्रदाय

See Shri Krishna Sampradaya under sampradaya. Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: Maya, Brahm—The Supreme God * Reference: Sadhan Sadhya - The Way to God's Love, July 2023

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sat | सत्

Sat (Devanagari: सत्; ISO 15919: sat) signifies eternal existence. It is one of the innate attributes of God, forming the foundational aspect of the Supreme Reality (Sacchidananda). Further Reading and Reference * Related Concepts: chit, anand, Brahm—Supreme God, samvit shakti * Reference: Who am I? Who is Mine? Vol. 1, Ch.

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sasanga bhakti | सासंग भक्ति

Sasanga Bhakti (Devanagari: सासंग भक्ति; ISO 15919: sāsaṁga bhakti) refers to devotional practice performed with mental absorption. In this form of devotion, the mind is deeply engaged in the loving remembrance of God and the Guru. It is one of the two primary categories of devotion described

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sarvajna | सर्वज्ञ

Sarvajna (Devanagari: सर्वज्ञ; ISO 15919: sarvajña) signifies All-knowing or Omniscient. Scripturally, this attribute applies exclusively to God, as He alone possesses complete and eternal knowledge of all things at all times. His omniscience encompasses: * Time & Thought: He witnesses the past, present, and future, and knows every thought

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sant | संत

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

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sankalpa | संकल्प

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 | संजीवनी

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 | संध्या वंदन

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 | साँवरी

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 | सम्प्रदाय

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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samnyasi | संन्यासी

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 | सामीप्य मुक्ति

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 | सामवेद

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 | सख्य भाव

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 | सखी भाव

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

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sakhi | सखी

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.

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sajatiya bhed shunya | सजातीय भेद शून्य

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.