Hindu Agamas

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The Agamas are sectarian and monotheistic texts dedicated to worship of Vishnu, Shiva and Devi. For example, the Shaivite Agamas are the primary religious text in Virasaivism. The Tantras are Agama texts devoted to worship of Devi.

[edit] See also

• Agama Hindu Dharma

[edit] External links

• http://www.dlshq.org/religions/agamas.htm