Meaning & Origin
In Hindu mythology, Kamadeva is the god of love, desire, and passion. He is depicted as an attractive man wielding a bow made of sugarcane and flowers, and an arrow tipped with the nectar of love. When he shoots this arrow at someone, they are overwhelmed with desire and fall in love.
Spiritual meaning
Symbolizes the power of love and attraction in the universe
Language details
कामदेव
God of Love
कामदेव
काम
காமதேவன்
காம (Desire) + தேவன் (God)
కామదేవ
కామ (Desire) + దేవ (God)
Kamadeva
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे God of love and desire
Kamadeva
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ God of love and desire
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
kah-mah-deh-vah
/kɑːmə dɛʋɑː/
Lucky number
6
Lucky day
Saturday
Lucky colors
Life path
2
Lucky stone
Ruby
Cultural & Spiritual notes
Kamadeva is a significant figure in Hindu art and literature. He is often portrayed in temple carvings and murals, and his story is told through various mythological texts. He is believed to trigger the feelings of love, attraction, and romance in people, and is often invoked during weddings and other celebratory events to ensure the presence of love and passion.
Kamadeva represents the emotional and passionate side of human nature. He symbolizes the power of love and desire in our lives, and how they can bring us joy, happiness, and even spiritual growth. In Hindu philosophy, the harmony between the physical and emotional aspects of our being is essential for spiritual evolution. Kamadeva reminds us to acknowledge and honor our feelings, and to use them to foster deep connections with others and with the divine.
Cultural name • Root: Sanskrit root: काम (Desire) + देव (God)
Historical references
Kamadeva is mentioned in the ancient Indian epic Mahabharata, where he is described as the god of desire and love. He is depicted as having the power to arouse desire in the hearts of gods and men.
circa 400 BCE
Kamadeva is also mentioned in the Puranic literature, where he is described as the son of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Rati. He is said to have a powerful arrow, the 'Mohana Shakti', which can make even the most devout ascetics fall into deep desire and lust.
circa 200 CE - 800 CE
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