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Anima

Breath, Soul

/ˈænɪmə//ˈænɪmə/

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(Monday)
Lucky Day
(Sanskrit)
Origin
(Female)
Gender

Meaning & Origin

Anima is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘anima’ which translates to 'breath' or 'soul'. In Hindu mythology, Anima is a concept that symbolizes the subtle essence or consciousness that pervades all living beings.

Spiritual meaning

Symbolizes the subtle essence or consciousness that pervades all living beings.

Language details

🕉️Sanskrit

अनिमा

mind, soul, or essence

🇮🇳Hindi

अनिमा

prana (life force) or manas (mind)

🇮🇳Tamil

அனிமா

mind or soul

🇮🇳Telugu

అనిమా

mind or soul

🇮🇳Marathi

Anima

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Breath, Soul

🇧🇩Bengali

Anima

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Breath, Soul

Pronunciation & Numerology

Pronunciation

/ˈænɪmə/

/ˈænɪmə/

Lucky number

2

Lucky day

(Monday)

Lucky colors

SilverWhiteBlue

Life path

2

Lucky stone

Moonstone

Cultural & Spiritual notes

Anima is a name that holds significant cultural importance in Hinduism. It is a name deeply rooted in the Sanskrit language and is associated with the vital energy or life force that exists within every living organism. The word 'anima' has been used extensively in Hindu scriptures to refer to various aspects of existence, from the subtle essence of the soul to the powerful animistic energies that inhabit the natural world.

From a spiritual perspective, Anima represents the essential aspect of the self that is eternal and un changing, the supreme consciousness that transcends the physical limits of the body. It is this inner essence, this spark of divine energy, that connects each individual soul with the universe and with the divine. In Hindu philosophy, Anima is seen as a manifestation of the Divine Mother, the universal nurturing and caring force that sustains all of creation. Therefore, the name Anima carries a deep spiritual significance, reminding us of the interconnectedness of all things and the inner divine potential that lies within each of us.

Historical references

Anima, also known as Anandamayi Ma, was an Indian Saint, spiritual teacher and yogini. She was born in Bengal in 1896, in a traditional Hindu family. She is believed to have attained enlightenment at a very young age and began her spiritual journey by traveling around India as a wandering ascetic. She gained a large following due to her ecstatic experiences and spiritual insights, which she shared with her devotees.

Late 1800s to Early 1900s

Anima, or Anandamayi Ma, was a significant figure in the Bengali religious and spiritual milieu of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She was born into a traditional Hindu family in Bengal in 1896 and is believed to have attained enlightenment at a young age. She traveled around India as a wandering ascetic, gaining a large following due to her ecstatic experiences and spiritual insights.

Late 1800s to Early 1900s

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