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An Aghori is a member of a small but distinct sect of Hinduism that follows a highly esoteric and unconventional spiritual path. Aghoris are known for their extreme practices, which they believe help them transcend worldly attachments and achieve spiritual liberation. The term "Aghori" comes from the Sanskrit word "Aghora," meaning "not terrible" or "not fearsome." This reflects the Aghori's belief in transcending fear and the boundaries of societal norms.
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The Aghori are a monastic order of ascetic Shaivite sadhus based in Uttar Pradesh, India. They are the only surviving sect derived from the Kāpālika tradition, a Tantric, non-Puranic form of Shaivism which originated in Medieval India between the 4th and 8th century CE. Aghori. An Aghori with a human skull.
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