Meaning & Origin
Parvati is the consort of Lord Shiva in Hindu mythology. She is also known as Shakti, the divine feminine energy. Parvati is revered for her beauty, grace, and compassion.
Spiritual meaning
Symbol of divine feminine energy and compassion
Language details
पर्वती
Mountain goddess
पर्वती
पर्वत
பர்வதீ
Parvathi
పర్వతీ
Parvathi
Parvatii
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Goddess Parvati
Parvatii
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Goddess Parvati
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
par-VAH-tee
/pərʋət̪i/
Lucky number
6
Lucky day
Saturday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Rose Quartz
Cultural & Spiritual notes
Parvati is an integral part of Hindu historiography, literature, and art. She is often depicted as a beautiful and graceful woman with multiple arms and is associated with lush gardens and mountains. The name "Parvati" is highly revered in Hindu households, especially during the Navratri festival, where nine forms of Goddesses, among them is Parvati, are worshipped.
Parvati represents the divine feminine energy, offering strength, nurture, and protection. She is also known as the "Mother Goddess," symbolizing the bond between a mother and child. Parvati embodies core principles of balance, self-reflection, and transformation. In religious folklore, Parvati is believed to help devotees overcome obstacles, attain inner peace, and fulfill their desires.
Cultural name • Root: Sanskrit
Historical references
Parvatii is an embodiment of Shiva's consort, Shakti, and is considered to be the goddess of mountains and fertility. She is also known as the mother of Kartikeya, the god of war.
Ancient India, circa 3rd millennium BCE to 1st millennium CE
Parvatii is mentioned in various Hindu scriptures, including the Mahabharata and the Puranas. One well-known story involves her persistently pursuing Lord Shiva, who is eventually won over by her devotion and marries her.
Ancient India, circa 4th century BCE to 1st millennium CE
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