Vaikhanasa Agamas
The Vaikhanasa Agamas are a category of scriptures within the Vaishnavism tradition, specifically associated with temple worship and rituals. The Vaikhanasa tradition is known for its specific rules and rituals, particularly those related to the construction and consecration of temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The term “Vaikhanasa” is derived from the sage Vikhanasa, who is […]
Pancharatra Agamas
The Pancharatra Agamas are a significant group of scriptures within the Vaishnavism tradition, specifically associated with the worship of Lord Vishnu and his various incarnations. These Agamas provide detailed guidelines for temple rituals, worship practices, and philosophical teachings within the Vaishnavism framework. The term “Pancharatra” is derived from Sanskrit, where “pancha” means five, and “ratra” […]
Vaishnava Agamas
The Vaishnava Agamas are a category of scriptures within the Vaishnavism tradition, which centers around the worship of Lord Vishnu and his various incarnations. These Agamas provide guidelines for rituals, temple construction, worship, and philosophical teachings within the Vaishnava tradition. These are scriptures followed by the Vaishnavism tradition, which centers around the worship of Lord […]
Shakta Agamas
While there are various Shakta Tantras that guide the worship and practices of Shakta (Goddess-centered) traditions within Hinduism, the term “Shakta Agamas” is not commonly used. Instead, Shakta traditions often refer to Tantras, which are a distinct category of scriptures that provide guidelines for rituals, meditation, and worship associated with the Divine Feminine, often in […]
Shaiva Bhairav Agamas
The Shaiva Bhairav Agamas are a set of scriptures within the Shaiva tradition that focus on the worship of Lord Bhairav, a fierce and powerful aspect of Lord Shiv. Bhairav is often associated with the destructive and transformative aspects of the divine. The Bhairav Agamas provide guidance on rituals, meditation, and worship practices dedicated to […]
Shaiva Kaula Agamas
The Shaiva Kaula Agamas are a subset of the Shaiva Agamas that specifically focus on the Kaula tradition within Shaivism. The term “Kaula” refers to a more esoteric and tantric form of Shaivism, emphasizing rituals, meditation, and spiritual practices that are often considered more advanced and secretive. The Kaula tradition incorporates both external (bahya) and […]
Shaiva Siddhant Agamas
Shaiva Siddhant is a prominent school of philosophy within the broader framework of Shaivism, one of the major traditions in Hinduism. It emphasizes the path of devotion (bhakti) and knowledge (jnana), as well as the importance of rituals and ethical conduct. The philosophical system of Shaiva Siddhant is based on a set of scriptures known […]
Shaiva Agamas
Shaiva Agamas are a category of scriptures that are central to the Shaiva tradition within Hinduism. The term “Agam” refers to a traditional or authoritative text, and these texts provide guidelines for rituals, worship, philosophy, and the construction of temples dedicated to Lord Shiv. The Shaiva Agamas are considered sacred and authoritative by followers of […]