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Gita

Song, Chant, Knowledge

jee-tah/dʒiːt̪ɑː/

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Thursday
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Hindu
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female
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Meaning & Origin

That which is sung or chanted, knowledge, the Bhagavad Gita, a Hindu scripture

Spiritual meaning

Represents the divine wisdom that is revealed in the Bhagavad Gita, a sacred text of Hinduism

Language details

🕉️Sanskrit

गीता

Song, Chant, Melody

🇮🇳Hindi

गीता

गीत

🇮🇳Tamil

கிதா

கிடம், கடம்

🇮🇳Telugu

గీతా

గీత

🇮🇳Marathi

Gita

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Song, Chant, Knowledge

🇧🇩Bengali

Gita

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Song, Chant, Knowledge

Pronunciation & Numerology

Pronunciation

jee-tah

/dʒiːt̪ɑː/

Lucky number

2

Lucky day

Thursday

Lucky colors

PinkRed

Life path

3

Lucky stone

Ruby

Cultural & Spiritual notes

The term "Gita" is most famously known as the sacred Sanskrit text, Bhagavad Gita, which is a part of the Mahabharata epic. This philosophical and spiritual classic permeates every aspect of Indian culture, from scriptures, mythology, arts, and daily life. It is widely regarded as a fundamental scientific, ethical, and spiritual guide for many Hindus. The Bhagavad Gita is also popularly referred to as 'the song of God' or 'God’s song to the heart of Arjuna.'

The Bhagavad Gita is considered a profound and timeless spiritual text that offers guidance on the attainment of self-realization and union with the divine. It narrates a conversation between Lord Krishna and Arjuna, delving into a myriad of topics about life, dharma, karma, love, and its ultimate meaning. The text is a compilation of timeless wisdom and universal truths, framing a spiritual path that transcends the boundaries of nationality and culture. The Bhagavad Gita's profound exploration of diverse aspects of human existence and its practical advice on leading an ethical and purposeful life makes it a valuable companion to the seeker of inner peace and self-realization.

Vedic name • Root: Sanskrit/Mythology/Vedic • Refers to the Bhagavad Gita, a sacred Hindu scripture, where the god Krishna imparts spiritual knowledge to Arjuna.

Historical references

The Bhagavad Gita is a 700-verse Hindu scripture that is part of the Indian epic Mahabharata. It is set in the Indian subcontinent during the 2nd century BCE and is a conversation between Prince Arjuna and the god Krishna.

2nd century BCE

The Bhagavad Gita is considered one of the most important texts in the Hindu religion. It was compiled between the 4th and 6th centuries CE, although its origins are believed to be much older. The text is a conversation between Prince Arjuna and the god Krishna, who serves as his charioteer and spiritual guide, and is set on the battlefield of Kurukshetra during the great war between the Pandava and Kuru armies.

4th-6th centuries CE

Notable people with this name

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Song, Chant, Knowledge