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"Paratrisika-Laghuvritti" is a short commentary (laghu-vṛtti) on the Parātriśikā, a key tantric scripture in the Trika Shaivism tradition of Kashmir. Here's a brief overview of both:
🔱 Parātriśikā
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The Parātriśikā is a śāstra (scripture) of Kaula Trika Shaivism, forming a part of the Rudrayāmala Tantra.
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It's composed as a dialogue between Shiva and Shakti, with the teachings primarily being revealed by Shiva to Devi.
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The main focus is on mantra, kundalini, spanda (vibration), and supreme consciousness (Parāśakti).
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It’s considered esoteric and deeply symbolic, often using cryptic language requiring interpretation by a qualified teacher or commentary.
📜 Laghuvṛtti (Short Commentary)
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The Laghuvṛtti is a concise commentary written by Abhinavagupta, one of the greatest philosophers of Kashmir Shaivism.
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“Laghu” means “brief” and “vṛtti” means “commentary.”
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It explains the first verse (or the essential mantra verse) of the Parātriśikā, unpacking its metaphysical, linguistic, and yogic meanings.
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Abhinavagupta uses it to introduce the non-dualistic philosophy of Trika Shaivism, focusing on how supreme consciousness manifests as the universe.
🧘♀️ Philosophical Themes
The Laghuvritti explores:
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Parā (Supreme) Shakti as the creative force.
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The nature of Spanda (divine vibration).
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The emergence of letters, mantras, and consciousness.
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The non-dual relationship between Shiva and Shakti.
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Mantric cosmology – how mantra is not just a sound, but a vehicle of cosmic power.
🪔 Significance
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Acts as a bridge between metaphysics, mysticism, and practice.
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Emphasizes jnāna (knowledge) and mantra sādhanā (mantra practice).
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Forms the foundation for deeper works like Tantrāloka by the same author.
Would you like:
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A translation of the opening verse with commentary?
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A more detailed breakdown of its metaphysics?
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A comparison with other Kashmir Shaiva texts like the Spandakārikā or Tantrasāra?
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