Dushyanta
Warrior from heaven
dOO-shyahn-tahdʊːʃjɐnt̪
Meaning & Origin
Dushyanta is a renowned king in Hindu mythology. His name is derived from the Sanskrit words 'duhs' meaning wicked and 'yanta' meaning controlled, which signifies a warrior who is in control of his wicked tendencies.
Spiritual meaning
Symbolizes courage and self-control in the face of adversity.
Language details
दुष्यन्त
difficult to subdue, hard to overcome
दुष्यन्त
कड़कारा
துஷ்யந்த
துறையவர்
దుష్యంత
దూర్దోధోధ
Dushyanta
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Warrior from heaven
Dushyanta
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Warrior from heaven
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
dOO-shyahn-tah
dʊːʃjɐnt̪
Lucky number
9
Lucky day
Monday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Ruby
Cultural & Spiritual notes
Dushyanta is best known as the legendary king and the father of Emperor Shantanu, whose tale is featured in Mahabharata. His story symbolizes the power of love and self-discipline to purify one's mind and soul.
The name Dushyanta represents an individual's ongoing internal battle against temptation and negativity. It serves as a reminder that even those with wicked tendencies can harness their inner strength and control to lead a virtuous and enlightened life.
Historical references
Rigveda X.61.3 mentions a king named Dushyanta, who was the father of Shakuntala and the legendary emperor Bharata.
1200 BCE - 1000 BCE
Mahabharata Adi Parva, Section 107, describes Dushyanta as the sage Vena's son who ruled over Hastinapura with his wife Shakuntala.
800 BCE - 400 BCE
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