Meaning & Origin
Manomay refers to one whose mind is immersed in the divine. It is derived from the Sanskrit words ‘manas’ meaning mind and ‘mayah’ meaning illusion or intellect. In Hindu mythology, Manomay is a term used to describe beings who have the power to manipulate the mind, like the gods.
Spiritual meaning
To have a clear and focused mind, immersed in divine consciousness.
Language details
मनोमय
mindful, one who is in illusion/magic of the mind
मनोमय
सूक्ष्म बुद्धिवादी, विघ्न द्वारा पहुँचे बिन्दु को समझने वाला
மனோமைய
இந்தியம் பால்படிக்கையாள், இன்று மனத்தில் இல்லை அவன்
మనోమై
చిత్తశూద్ధమై, మనస్యేదేశపోయిజేశోదరః
Manomay
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Mind, Intellect, Sense
Manomay
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Mind, Intellect, Sense
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
man-oh-my
/mənəˈmɑj/
Lucky number
5
Lucky day
Monday
Lucky colors
Life path
6
Lucky stone
Mercury
Cultural & Spiritual notes
Manomay is a name that holds significant cultural value in Hindu tradition, particularly in the field of spirituality and religion. The name symbolizes the power of the mind and intellectual ability in understanding the intricacies of life and existence. It is a name that is revered and respected, especially in later Hindu texts and literary works.
In Hinduism, the spiritual realm is often associated with the pursuit of knowledge, concentration, and the control of the mind. The name Manomay signifies one whose mind is immersed in the divine or in the pursuit of higher knowledge. It represents an individual who has transcended the physical limitations of the body and is focused on the spiritual journey towards enlightenment. The name is a reminder of the power of the mind and the importance of mental concentration and devotion in the spiritual pursuit.
Vedic name • Root: Sanskrit/Mythology/Vedic • Manomay is a name of Lord Vishnu, who is the preserver in Hinduism. He is also known as Mohamay, as He is the one who is beyond the illusion of Maya.
Historical references
Manomayaswamin was a Jain Tirthankara of the 16th Tirthankara cycle, also known as the Siddhanta Jina cycle. According to the Jain texts, he lived around 1200 BC.
around 1200 BC
Manomayananda was an Indian saint and philosopher who lived in the 6th century CE. He is considered a key figure in the Bhakti movement and is one of the 63 Naths listed in the Nath Siddhas. He is also known for his contributions to the development of Kashmir Shaivism.
6th century CE
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