Meaning & Origin
Rudradeva is a name for Lord Shiva. It represents the divine power of destruction.
Spiritual meaning
A symbol of divine power and transformation.
Language details
रुद्रदेव
Rudra + Deva
रुद्रदेव
रुद्र (Rudra) + देव (Deva)
ருதிரதேவன்
ருதிரம் (Rudram) + தேவன் (Thevan)
రుద్రదేవ
రుద్రము (Rudramu) + దేవుడు (Devudu)
Rudradeva
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे The God Shiva
Rudradeva
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ The God Shiva
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
roo-drah-day-vah
/ruːd̪rədeːʋə/
Lucky number
3
Lucky day
Saturday
Lucky colors
Life path
8
Lucky stone
Ruby
Cultural & Spiritual notes
Rudradeva holds significant cultural importance in Hindu traditions, symbolizing Lord Shiva's destructive power. In ancient Indian literature like the Puranas and Mahabharata, Lord Shiva's wrathful form, Rudra, is depicted as a fearsome god, capable of destroying the universal order when necessary. Thus, Rudradeva's name invokes the powerful and somewhat fearsome aspects of Lord Shiva in Hindu culture.
However, despite its fearsome connotations, the spiritual significance of Rudradeva goes beyond mere destruction. The destructive power of Lord Shiva embodied in this name serves to purify and recreate the universe. This transformation is essential in Hindu philosophy, as it facilitates the cosmic cycle of creation and destruction–the 'pralay' and 'prabodh' cycles. As a spiritual name, Rudradeva serves as a reminder of the cyclical nature of existence and the necessary role destruction plays in the ongoing evolution of creation.
Vedic name • Root: Rudra + Deva • Rudra is the name of Lord Shiva, and Deva means deity, celestial being
Historical references
Rudradeva was a king of the late Gupta Empire (circa 6th century AD). He is best known for his military achievements and for his patronage of art, education, and religion.
Late Gupta Empire (circa 6th century AD)
Another Rudradeva, also known as Rudradeva I, was a king of the Gangaridai dynasty in South India (circa 12th century AD). He is known for his military conquests and for his role in the development of the Jaina faith in the region.
Gangaridai dynasty in South India (circa 12th century AD)
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