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Arihant

Master, Ruler, Conqueror

A-ree-hant[əˈriːɦənt]

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3
Lucky #
Saturday
Lucky Day
(Sanskrit)
Origin
(Male)
Gender

Meaning & Origin

Arihant is derived from the Sanskrit roots 'ari' meaning ruler and 'hant' meaning conqueror. In Hindu mythology, an Arihant is a spiritual conqueror or a Jain Tirthankara. The name is often given to children with aspirations of greatness and leadership.

Spiritual meaning

Symbolizes the inner strength and determination to overcome all obstacles and attain enlightenment.

Language details

🕉️Sanskrit

अरिहन्त

रuler of self, vanquisher of desires

🇮🇳Hindi

अरिहन्त

राजा अपने अपने (rājā apne apne)

🇮🇳Tamil

அரிஹந்த

அவர் அப்படியாள் (avar appadiyāl)

🇮🇳Telugu

అరిహంత

అదేశపేటుదు (adeśapēṭuḍu)

🇮🇳Marathi

Arihant

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Master, Ruler, Conqueror

🇧🇩Bengali

Arihant

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Master, Ruler, Conqueror

Pronunciation & Numerology

Pronunciation

A-ree-hant

[əˈriːɦənt]

Lucky number

3

Lucky day

Saturday

Lucky colors

OrangeRed

Life path

1

Lucky stone

Ruby

Cultural & Spiritual notes

The name Arihant carries a deep cultural significance in Hinduism, as it represents a triumphant and powerful figure. It stands for one who not only rules over their own lives but is also a conqueror of materialistic desires, worldly distractions, and inner demons. Naming a child Arihant is a way to instill a sense of courage, determination, and strength within them, inspiring them to lead and conquer their own life's challenges.

From a spiritual perspective, an Arihant is regarded as a divine figure in Jainism. They are revered for their unwavering commitment to non-violence, truth, and self-realization. The name carries the profound meaning of a soul that has triumphed over the cycles of birth, death, and rebirth, attaining eternal peace and spiritual enlightenment. By bestowing this name upon a child, parents hope to inspire them to follow the path of spiritual growth and self-transcendence, ultimately leading to a state of inner peace and liberation.

Historical references

Arihant, also known as Arihan, was a Jain Tirthankara, born in the 12th Arhant cycle around 870 BCE in the town of Sravasti. He was the 24th Tirthankara in the present cycle of Jain cosmology.

around 870 BCE

The term 'Arihant' is derived from the Sanskrit word 'ari' meaning enemy and 'hant' meaning vanquisher. Arihants are considered to be enlightened souls who have conquered their inner enemies, i.e., passions and desires, and thus attained moksha or liberation. They are revered in Hinduism and Jainism as ideal beings and role models.

Ancient India

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