Vibhuti
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In Hinduism, vibhuti (Sanskrit: विभूति, romanized: vibhūti), also known as thiruneeru, is sacred ash made of burnt dried wood, burnt cow dung.[1]Hindu devotees apply vibhuti traditionally as three horizontal lines across the forehead sometimes on other parts of the body to honour God. Vibhuti smeared across the forehead to the end of both eyebrows is called tripundra.
According to the Shiva Purana, the particles of ash which cling to the skin when tripundra is applied are to be considered to be individual lingams. The scriptures further state that bhasma purifies the soul and elevates the devotee of Shiva, and that works done without wearing bhasma are fruitless. There are various methods for the application of the ashes, according to the Shiva Purana, and various mantras to be recited during application.
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Another meaning of vibhuti is a 'glorious form', in contrast with avatar, a reincarnation of Brahman.[2]
Vaishnava theology describes a vibhuti as 'incarnation of power', a temporary occasional manifestation such as when holy men are infused with divine virtues and qualities are infused.[3]
Sri Aurobindo mentions a vibhuti as "the hero of a race's struggle towards divine achievement, the hero in the Carlylean sense of heroism, a power of God in man."[4]
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References[]
- ^ * Apte, Vaman Shivram. "A Practical Sanskrit Dictionary" p. 866.
- Symbolism and Significance of Vibhuthi in Hinduism Hinduwebsite.com, 2019.
- 5 Top Benefits & Uses Of Vibhuti (Bhasma | Holy Ash) Wild Turmeric, 2015-08-26.
- Making ash - the fire is lit on Sivaratri The Hindu, 2019-02-28.
- ^ Kapoor, Subodh (2004-01-01). An Introduction to Epic Philosophy: Epic Period, History, Literature, Pantheon, Philosophy, Traditions, and Mythology. Cosmo Publications. p. 342. ISBN 9788177558807.
- ^ Dhavamony, Mariasusai (2002-01-01). Hindu-Christian Dialogue: Theological Soundings and Perspectives. Rodopi. p. 75. ISBN 9042015101.
- ^ Aurobindo, Sri (1992-01-01). Wisdom of the Gita: Second Series. Lotus Press. p. 21. ISBN 9780941524759.
Further reading[]
- Dictionary of Hindu Lore and Legend (ISBN 0-500-51088-1) by Anna Dallapiccola
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