shaktist
Definition
Noun: A worshipper of Shakti, the Hindu goddess of divine feminine power, creative energy, and cosmic force. A Shaktist is an adherent of Shaktism, a major tradition within Hinduism that focuses on the worship of the Goddess (Devi) as the supreme, ultimate reality.
Usage
The term is used to identify a person whose primary religious devotion is to the Goddess Shakti and her various forms (e.g., Durga, Kali, Parvati). * She is a devout Shaktist and visits the Kali temple daily. * The ritual practices of a Shaktist often involve mantra, yoga, and tantra.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used attributively to describe things related to Shaktism or its followers.
- Shaktist philosophy centers on the dynamic power of the feminine principle.
- We studied Shaktist scriptures in the comparative religion class.
Variants and Related Words
- Shaktism (n): The denomination or tradition of Hinduism devoted to the worship of Shakti.
- Shakta (n): Another term for a Shaktist; an adherent of Shaktism. (Often used interchangeably with "Shaktist").
Synonyms
- Shakta
- Devi worshipper
- Goddess devotee
Different Meanings
The word "Shaktist" is specific to Hindu religious context and does not have other common meanings. It refers exclusively to a follower of Shaktism.
Noun
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worshipper of Shakti
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