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Sharveshwara

Lord of the Universe

/ʃɑːrvɛʃˈwɑːrə//ʃarvɛʃwɑːrə/

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Monday
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Hindu
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Meaning & Origin

The one who holds the universe in his form, a manifestation of Lord Shiva

Spiritual meaning

A symbol of cosmic consciousness and the supreme being

Language details

🕉️Sanskrit

शर्वेश्वर

Lord of Sharva

🇮🇳Hindi

शर्वेश्वरा

Lord of Sharva

🇮🇳Tamil

சர்வேஷ்வர

Lord of all (Gods)

🇮🇳Telugu

శర్వేశ్వర

Lord of Sharva

🇮🇳Marathi

Sharveshwara

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Lord of the Universe

🇧🇩Bengali

Sharveshwara

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Lord of the Universe

Pronunciation & Numerology

Pronunciation

/ʃɑːrvɛʃˈwɑːrə/

/ʃarvɛʃwɑːrə/

Lucky number

1

Lucky day

Monday

Lucky colors

RedOrange

Life path

1

Lucky stone

Rudraksha

Cultural & Spiritual notes

The name "Sharveshwara" is a revered and significant one in Hindu culture, representing Lord Shiva in his aspect as the one who holds the universe in his form. This name is often used to denote the supreme power, the all-pervading existence, and the ultimate reality beyond the material world. Sarveshwara is also a central deity in various temples and religious practices across India and beyond, symbolizing the unity, interconnectedness, and infinite nature of the cosmos.

In Hinduism, the name "Sharveshwara" holds deep spiritual significance, as it signifies the ultimate reality and the source of all existence. It is believed that Lord Shiva, in his aspect as Sarveshwara, represents the pure consciousness that underlies all matter and the eternal self that dwells within every being. Therefore, invoking the name Sharveshwara is seen as a means to connect with this divine consciousness and attain spiritual growth, self-realization, and ultimate liberation from the cycle of birth and death.

Historical references

Sharveshwara is a form of Shiva, particularly revered in the southern Indian states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. This name is associated with the Natha tradition and the cult of the Shaiva saints, which flourished between the 11th and 16th centuries.

11th to 16th centuries

Another reference to Sharveshwara can be found in the Kannada literature of the medieval period. The poet-saint Allama Prabhu (15th century) wrote extensively about Sharveshwara in his work 'Vijayamitra'. He describes Sharveshwara as a form of Shiva that removes all obstacles and bestows blessings upon his devotees.

15th century

Notable people with this name

Rajinikanth (Indian film actor)Mamata Banerjee (Indian politician)Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (spiritual leader)

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Variations & related names

ShaarveshwaaraaSharweshwaraSharveshvaraSharveswara

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