Meaning & Origin
Jivi (Living) + Ish (God). This name signifies the one who is the embodiment of life and God. It is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Jiv'.
Spiritual meaning
Embodiment of life and God
Language details
जीवितेश
God of life
जीवितेश
जीवन दाता
ஜிவிதேஷ
வயங்கரத்தின் அவர்
జీవితేశ
జీవనేదరోభాజ
Jivitesh
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Living God
Jivitesh
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Living God
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
jiv-ih-TESH
/dʒiːvɪtɛʃ/
Lucky number
5
Lucky day
Monday
Lucky colors
Life path
2
Lucky stone
Ruby
Cultural & Spiritual notes
Krishna is a popular Hindu deity and is one of the most widely revered figures in Indian culture. He is also a central character in the two major Sanskrit epics: the Mahabharata and the Bhagavad Gita.
The name Krishna comes from the Sanskrit word 'Krsna', meaning 'black' or 'dark', and is also interpreted as 'all-attractive' or 'the best of all'. It signifies the ultimate cosmic consciousness and the inner divinity of the soul searching for its union with 'Brahmam', the supreme reality.
Historical references
Jivitesh is a rare name in Hindu mythology and is believed to mean 'one who preserves life'. It is mentioned in the epic Mahabharata in the context of the great battle of Kurukshetra, where Jivitesh was an important divine charioteer of the great warrior Bhishma. He was tasked with preserving Bhishma's life even after he had been struck down in the battle.
circa 400 BCE
Another reference to Jivitesh can be found in the Puranas, specifically the Bhagavata Purana. In this context, Jivitesh is mentioned as an avatar of Lord Vishnu, who appeared to protect the Devas (gods) from the demon Jalandhar. Jivitesh is described as a powerful warrior and is said to have killed Jalandhar, thus preserving the Devas' lives.
circa 500 CE
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