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Chatura

Four

Chah-too-rah/ˈtʃaːtʊrə/

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4
Lucky #
Monday
Lucky Day
(Sanskrit)
Origin
(Female)
Gender

Meaning & Origin

The name Chatura is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Chatur’ which means ‘four’. This name is popular in Hindu culture and is often given to girls.

Spiritual meaning

Symbolizes the completeness and wholeness of the self.

Language details

🕉️Sanskrit

चतुर

Fourth

🇮🇳Hindi

चतुराता

चतुर

🇮🇳Tamil

சதுரா

சது

🇮🇳Telugu

చతుర

చతు

🇮🇳Marathi

Chatura

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Four

🇧🇩Bengali

Chatura

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Four

Pronunciation & Numerology

Pronunciation

Chah-too-rah

/ˈtʃaːtʊrə/

Lucky number

4

Lucky day

Monday

Lucky colors

White

Life path

8

Lucky stone

(Ruby)

Cultural & Spiritual notes

The name Chatura hold cultural significance in India, particularly in Hindu communities. In Hindu mythology, there are several deities with the number four associated with them, such as the four Vedas, the four aims of human life (Dharma, Artha, Kama, and Moksha), or the four Ashwamegha yajnas in Vedic rituals. The name Chatura is believed to bring luck and blessings from these four goddesses. Additionally, in India, the number four is considered sacred and auspicious as it symbolizes completeness and stability.

From a spiritual perspective, the name Chatura holds great significance in Hinduism. According to Hindu beliefs, the universe is made up of four elements: earth, water, air, and fire. These elements represent the physical as well as the metaphysical aspects of the universe. The name Chatura can be seen as a reminder of these four fundamental elements, emphasizing the importance of spiritual balance and harmony. Furthermore, the number four is also associated with the concept of tapasya or spiritual discipline and penance. Therefore, the name Chatura can be seen as a reminder to undertake spiritual practices and seek inner peace and self-realization.

Historical references

Chaturanga was a military formation used in ancient India, which consisted of four divisions: infantry, cavalry, elephants, and chariots.

Maurya and Gupta empires (322 BCE - 550 CE)

Historical records show that Chaturbhuja is a term used to describe a deity with four arms. The name Chatura carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Classical Hinduism (300 BCE - 1300 CE)

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Variations & related names

Chaaturaa

Frequently Asked Questions

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