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  1. Matha - Wikipedia

    A matha (/mʌt/; Sanskrit: मठ, maṭha), also written as math, muth, mutth, mutt, or mut, is a Sanskrit word that means 'institute or college', and it also refers to a monastery in Hinduism. [1][2] An …

  2. Matha | Temple Worship, Rituals & Festivals | Britannica

    Matha, in Hinduism, any monastic establishment of world renouncers or sannyasis. The first mathas were founded by the great teacher Shankara in the 8th century ce.

  3. Matha, Maṭha, Mātha: 24 definitions - Wisdom Library

    Sep 5, 2024 · Matha means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit, the history of ancient India, Marathi, Hindi, biology. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation …

  4. History of Matha in Hinduism - Hindu Blog

    Mathas—also known as math, mutt, or monasteries—have occupied a central place in Hindu religious and intellectual life, providing sanctuaries for seekers, scholars, and teachers alike.

  5. matha - Wiktionary, the free dictionary

    Oct 31, 2025 · matha (plural mathas) (Hinduism, Jainism) A monastic or similar religious establishment in Hinduism and Jainism, usually more formal and hierarchical than an ashram.

  6. Welcome to Sri Raghavendra Swamy Matha Mantralayam

    The Matha stands as a beacon of bhakti, tradition, and scholarly pursuits, attracting lakhs of devotees from all over the world every year. Rooted in the teachings of Sri Madhvacharya, the …

  7. Matha - Wikiwand

    A matha, also written as math, muth, mutth, mutt, or mut, is a Sanskrit word that means 'institute or college', and it also refers to a monastery in Hinduism. A...

  8. St. John of Matha - Encyclopedia Britannica

    Dec 13, 2025 · St. John of Matha was a cofounder of the Order of the Most Holy Trinity for the Redemption of Captives, commonly called Trinitarians and sometimes Mathurins. The …

  9. Matha: Significance and symbolism - Wisdom Library

    Jan 2, 2026 · Matha refers to monastic institutions linked to temples, acting as centers of learning and community for ascetics, students, and travelers, fostering spiritual and scholarly …

  10. Matha - Bharatpedia

    A matha (मठ, IAST: IAST (IAST: IAST) ), also written as math, mutt, or mut, is a Sanskrit word that means 'institute or college', and it also refers to a monastery in Hinduism.