Meaning & Origin
In Hindu mythology, Aruja is the wife of Indra, the god of rain. She is also known as Indrani and is the goddess of love, fertility, and nourishment. Aruja is believed to bestow blessings of prosperity, happiness, and longevity.
Spiritual meaning
Symbol of love, nourishment, and prosperity
Language details
Aruja
हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है She who nourishes
अरुजा
अरुचि (desire) + जानन (to know)
அருஜா
అరుజా
Aruja
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे She who nourishes
Aruja
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ She who nourishes
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
ah-ROO-jah
/əˈrʊdʒə/
Lucky number
7
Lucky day
Monday
Lucky colors
Life path
6
Lucky stone
Pearl
Cultural & Spiritual notes
Aruja represents the embodiment of love and fertility in Hindu culture. She is an essential part of various rituals and puja (worship) related to Indra and monsoon season. Hindu festivals like Teej and Raksha Bandhan are dedicated to Aruja, signifying the importance of marital love and the harmony between brothers and sisters. The name Aruja is believed to bring blessings of good fortune, prosperity, and happiness to the bearer and those around them.
In Hindu spirituality, Aruja is believed to be a symbol of the divine feminine and the power of love and nourishment. She represents the divine consort of Indra and embodies the grace, beauty, and compassion of a intercessor deity. Aruja's devotees seek her blessings for love, fertility, and prosperity in their lives. Her spiritual significance transcends the material world and connects individuals with the deeper realms of love, compassion, and the divine expression of the universe.
Historical references
Aruja was a sage and a great devotee of Lord Shiva. He is mentioned in the Shiva Purana, Mahabharata and other Hindu scriptures. He is believed to have lived during the ancient period of India, around 1000-2000 BC.
1000-2000 BC
Aruja is also known as Arjuna, a renowned warrior and the greatest disciple of Lord Krishna in Hindu mythology. He is mentioned in the Mahabharata, an ancient Indian epic, and is believed to have lived around 3100-3000 BC during the Indian epic period.
3100-3000 BC
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