Avinash
Absence of Sins
ah-vee-nash/əvɪnɑːʃ/
Meaning & Origin
Avinash translates to 'absence of sins' in Sanskrit. It is derived from the Sanskrit words 'avinā' (without) and 'nāsh' (sins). In Hindu mythology, Avinash is considered a synonym for Moksha, or liberation from the cycle of birth and death.
Spiritual meaning
Liberation from the cycle of birth and death
Language details
अविनाश
नष्टमपि न शोधयेत
अविनाश
अविनष्ट
அவினாஷ
அவிர்தம் பட்டது
అవినాశ
అప్పటిగా పోయేదు
Avinash
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Absence of Sins
Avinash
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Absence of Sins
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
ah-vee-nash
/əvɪnɑːʃ/
Lucky number
1
Lucky day
Monday
Lucky colors
Life path
1
Lucky stone
Topaz
Cultural & Spiritual notes
The name 'Avinash' is deeply rooted in Hinduism, reflecting the cultural values of self-discipline, morality, and the pursuit of spiritual growth. It is a name worth aspiring to, as it symbolizes the goal of a virtuous and sinless life.
In Hindu philosophy, the attainment of Avinash signifies the ultimate goal of spiritual journey. It represents the absolution of all karmas, achieving inner peace, and freeing the soul from the cycle of birth and death. Avinash is a reminder of the importance of living a righteous life, adhering to the principles of Dharma, leading to a life of Moksha or enlightenment.
Vedic name • Root: Sanskrit/Mythology/Vedic • The name Avinash is derived from the Sanskrit word 'अविनाश' (Avinaash) which means 'that which is not to be destroyed, imperishable'. It is also the name of the Hindu deity Shiva, who is often referred to as 'अविनाशकर' (Avinashkar), the lord of Avinaash, the imperishable.
Historical references
Avinash was the name of a well-known Hindu sage and philosopher born around the 11th century CE. He was a disciple of the philosopher Shankara and is considered one of the major contributors to the philosophical tradition of Advaita Vedanta.
11th Century CE
Avinash also appears in the Hindu epic Mahabharata as the name of a sage who was a close friend of the great warrior Bhima. Avinash is said to have blessed Bhima with invulnerability to weapons and the power to assume any form.
Ancient India (circa 4th Century BCE)
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