Sita
Seat, Furrow
see-tahˈsiːtɑː
Meaning & Origin
The one who is born from the furrow in the earth or the one who is the embodiment of purity, virtue and devotion. In Hindu mythology, Sita is the consort of Lord Rama and is considered the ideal wife and the epitome of chastity and devotion.
Spiritual meaning
Symbolizes the divine feminine, the embodiment of love, loyalty and devotion.
Language details
सीता
Seat, Abode, or Foundation
सीता
सीता
சீதா
செய்க்கும், அமர்க்கும்
శీతా
శీజ్య
Sita
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Seat, Furrow
Sita
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Seat, Furrow
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
see-tah
ˈsiːtɑː
Lucky number
7
Lucky day
Saturday
Lucky colors
Life path
9
Lucky stone
Ruby
Cultural & Spiritual notes
Sita is an iconic figure in Indian literature and culture, often regarded as the perfect example of marital loyalty, relationship goals, and self-sacrifice. Tales of her abduction and rescue by her husband, Lord Rama, are told and retold through many Indian epics and folklore stories, passed down from generations. The Sita-Rama story is a popular motif for art, drama, and literature. Classic Indian films like Mughal-e-Azam and Jodhaa Akbar have drawn inspiration from Sita's story, and her character continues to influence the modern Indian consciousness and pop culture.
For Hindus, Sita represents the divine feminine aspect of god and is revered as a goddess in her own right. She is the embodiment of purity, and her devotion and self-sacrifice are held in high esteem. Sita, married to Lord Rama, is an illustration of the union between the divine masculine and feminine energies, which is believed to bring balance, harmony, and fulfillment to one's life. Her story teaches us the importance of love, devotion, and inner strength in facing challenges and traveling the path of dharma (duty and virtue).
Historical references
Sita was the wife of Rama, an avatar of the god Vishnu, and is considered an ideal woman in Hinduism. The story of Rama and Sita is told in the epic Ramayana.
Approx. 4th century BCE
Sita is also believed to be the goddess of the earth, identified as the earth goddess Prithvi, in Hinduism. This belief is related to the idea of the earth as the mother of all life, and Sita is revered as the embodiment of this aspect of the goddess Prithvi.
Throughout Hindu history
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