Meaning & Origin
Dashrath is a Sanskrit name derived from the Sanskrit word 'Dash' meaning ten and 'Rath' meaning chariot. This name is associated with King Dashratha of the Ikshvaku dynasty who had ten chariots and was the father of Rama and Lakshmana.
Spiritual meaning
Symbolizes the inner journey of an individual towards self-realization and enlightenment, represented by the ten chariots.
Language details
दशरथ
Ten Charms
दशरथ
दश रथ
தசரத்
Ten Vehicles
దశరథ
దశ రత్థాలు
Dashrath
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Ten Chariots
Dashrath
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Ten Chariots
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
dah-shrah-th
d̪aʃr̪aːθ
Lucky number
5
Lucky day
Tuesday
Lucky colors
Life path
8
Lucky stone
Emerald
Cultural & Spiritual notes
King Dashrath was a great ruler and is revered in Hindu tradition and literature for his excellent governance and for being the father of Lord Rama, one of the revered avatars of Lord Vishnu. His story is a significant thread in the epic Ramayana.
King Dashrath embodies a strong sense of duty and responsibility towards his subjects and his family. He is known for his unwavering devotion to the welfare of his people, a trait that is highly valued in Hinduism. The name "Dashrath" is a reminder of the importance of balance, as represented by the ten horses or chariots, and of the great responsibilities that come with power and leadership. It is also seen as a symbol of parental love, as Dashrath was deeply devoted to his children Rama and Lakshmana.
Historical references
Legend of King Dashrath - Dashrath was the king of Ayodhya and the father of Lord Rama. He ruled during the Treta Yuga, which spanned from approximately 3102 B.C. to 2100 B.C.
Treta Yuga, approximately 3102-2100 B.C.
King Dashrath's Reign - Dashrath was a just ruler and a devotee of Lord Vishnu. He ruled Ayodhya from the Ikshvaku Dynasty during the 14th century B.C.
14th century B.C.
Notable people with this name
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