Meaning & Origin
Vasuki is the divine serpent, often depicted as encircling the world.
Spiritual meaning
A symbol of cosmic energy and divine protection.
Language details
वासुकि
Dwelling in all
वासुकी
सब में निवास
வாசுகி
அனைத்துக்குள்ளே இருக்கும்
వాసుకి
సబ్బ మేళ్ళు
Vasuki
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे The divine serpent
Vasuki
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ The divine serpent
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
VAH-soo-kee
[ʋaːsʊki]
Lucky number
6
Lucky day
Saturday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Blue Sapphire
Cultural & Spiritual notes
In Hindu mythology, Vasuki is the king of all serpents and the carrier of various gods and goddesses. He is known for his role in churning the ocean of milk (Samudra Manthan) to obtain the elixir of immortality, the Amrita. This cultural story highlights the significance of collaboration and perseverance in the achievement of a shared goal, even if it comes with challenges and hardships. Vasuki's role as a divine entity also emphasizes the respect and reverence for all forms of life, including serpents, in Hindu culture.
In spiritual terms, Vasuki symbolizes transformation and renewal. He encircles the world, representing the idea that everything in life is interconnected, and his involvement in the process of churning the ocean of milk signifies the idea of bringing hidden truths and aspects of the self to the surface for growth and transformation. Additionally, the name Vasuki can be seen as a reminder of our own power to transform and renew ourselves, as each letter in his name has vibrational frequencies that represent qualities like strength, will power, and determination.
Cultural name • Root: Sanskrit root वास् (vas) - to dwell • Not directly found in Vedas, Upanishads, or other scriptures
Historical references
Vasuki was the king of serpents in Hindu mythology, and the king of the Nāgas (snakes) in the celestial world. He was the son of Kadru and Vasuki, and the elder brother of Takshaka, Ananta, and Jalakuba.
Pre-mahabharata era
Vasuki played a significant role in the churning of the ocean (Samudra Manthan) by the gods and demons to obtain the elixir of immortality (Amrita). He served as the rope to churn the ocean, but was severely burnt in the process, releasing toxic venom that caused the formation of the deadly poison Halahala.
Mahabharata Era
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