anivārita

 

"Anivārita" in Sanskrit means unhindered, unimpeded, unopposed, unforbidden, or unchecked.

Definition and Etymology

The term Anivārita (अनिवारित) is a compound formed from the 

negative prefix a- and nivārita (meaning “checked” or “restrained”), 

so literally it conveys the sense of “not restricted” or 

“without obstruction” 

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and can be used for masculine, feminine, and neuter forms.

Context and Usage

General Sanskrit Usage: Anivārita denotes something that is

unrestrained or unhindered, applicable in literary, philosophical, and

religious texts 

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Hinduism / Pāñcarātra Tradition:  In texts such as the 

Ahirbudhnyasaṃhitā, anivārita describes phenomena that occur

unimpeded, such as spiritual or ritual consequences that proceed

without obstruction 

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Related Terms

• Nivārita: The antonym, meaning checked, hindered, opposed, 
• or prevented 

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• Anivārya: Another Sanskrit term meaning unavoidable or inevitable, 
• slightly different from anivārita which emphasizes freedom from 
• obstruction rather than inevitability 

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In summary, Anivārita implies a state of freedom from obstruction

or hindrance, and it is widely used in Sanskrit literature to convey

the sense of actions, events, or forces proceeding without 

restriction 

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