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Biraja

Goddess of distress, compassionate

bee-RAH-jah/biːrɑːdʒɑː/

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6
Lucky #
Saturday
Lucky Day
(Sanskrit)
Origin
(Female)
Gender

Meaning & Origin

Biraja is a name of Shakti, the Hindu goddess of distress and compassion. She is also known as Tara, Bhavani, and Shitala. Biraja is believed to provide relief to those in distress and is a symbol of compassion and comfort.

Spiritual meaning

Goddess of compassion and distress

Language details

🕉️Sanskrit

विराजा

The radiant one

🇮🇳Hindi

Biraja

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Goddess of distress, compassionate

🇮🇳Tamil

Biraja

இந்து பெயர் என்று பொருள் Goddess of distress, compassionate

🇮🇳Telugu

Biraja

హిందూ పేరు అంటే Goddess of distress, compassionate

🇮🇳Marathi

Biraja

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Goddess of distress, compassionate

🇧🇩Bengali

Biraja

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Goddess of distress, compassionate

Pronunciation & Numerology

Pronunciation

bee-RAH-jah

/biːrɑːdʒɑː/

Lucky number

6

Lucky day

Saturday

Lucky colors

WhiteSilver

Life path

3

Lucky stone

Moonstone

Cultural & Spiritual notes

Biraja holds a significant place in Hindu culture, particularly in the Indian subcontinent. She is often depicted as a compassionate mother figure who comes to the aid of those in need. Biraja is commonly invoked during times of distress, such as disease, calamity, or personal misfortune. Her festivals and rituals are an integral part of Hindu traditional practices, particularly in Bengal, Orissa, and parts of North India.

In Hindu spirituality, Biraja is seen as a manifestation of the divine mother Shakti. She represents the loving, compassionate side of the divine that nurtures, protects, and heals. Biraja is believed to remove suffering and provides relief to those in distress, offering comfort and solace. Her name literally means ' Heavenly Mother,' and her worship is said to invoke strength, protection, and peace. She is a powerful symbol of hope and compassion, reminding us that even in the darkest of times, the divine mother is always there to provide comfort and succor.

Historical references

Biraja Temple in Puri, Odisha is one of the oldest temples dedicated to Mother Goddess Bira or Biraja. The temple is believed to have existed since the 10th century CE during the Eastern Ganga Dynasty.

10th Century CE

Another reference to the name 'Biraja' is found in the 14th century CE Bengal Mahanagar Purana. It mentions a Temple of Biraja Devi at Kanchrapara in the Hooghly district of West Bengal, which was established by King Ballal Sen of the Ishwardhora Dynasty.

14th Century CE

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Goddess of distress, compassionate