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Vivasvat

Sun God

vi-vas-vut[vɪˈvəsvət]

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6
Lucky #
Sunday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

Meaning & Origin

Vivasvat is the Sun God in Hindu mythology. He is considered as the father of Manu, the progenitor of mankind.

Spiritual meaning

Radiant light, life force

Language details

🕉️Sanskrit

विवस्वत्

Sun

🇮🇳Hindi

विवस्वत

सूर्य

🇮🇳Tamil

விவச்வத்

சூரியன்

🇮🇳Telugu

వివස್వత్

సూర్యదేవుడు

🇮🇳Marathi

Vivasvat

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Sun God

🇧🇩Bengali

Vivasvat

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Sun God

Pronunciation & Numerology

Pronunciation

vi-vas-vut

[vɪˈvəsvət]

Lucky number

6

Lucky day

Sunday

Lucky colors

OrangeRed

Life path

2

Lucky stone

Ruby

Cultural & Spiritual notes

Vivasvat is an important deity in the Hindu pantheon, particularly associated with the Sun. The name is derived from the root word "vibhaz" meaning to shine or illuminate. Vivasvat is said to have emerged from the churning of the cosmic ocean, bringing light and life to the world. He is also interpreted as the embodiment of auspiciousness and prosperity, and his blessings are sought after for personal progress and spiritual growth.

In Hinduism, the Sun symbolizes energy, life-force, and consciousness, and Vivasvat as the Sun God represents the light of awareness and knowledge. He is also associated with the eternal principle of truth and righteousness, encouraging individuals to seek inner light and transcendental wisdom. Vivasvat's message of enlightenment and self-realization resonates deeply within the Hindu spiritual tradition and inspires countless aspirants on their spiritual journey.

Vedic name • Root: Sanskrit root वि (vi) + वस् (vas) + त् (t) • The name of the Sun God in Rigveda, meaning 'the one who illuminates all directions'. Vivasvat is the father of Manu, the progenitor of mankind.

Historical references

Vivasvat was a king in the Solar Dynasty mentioned in Hindu mythology. He is said to be the father of Manu, the lawgiver of mankind.

Ancient India, around 2nd Millennium BCE

Vivasvat is also the name of an ancient Indian sage mentioned in the Rigveda. He is the father of the god Rudra and the sun god Surya.

1500-1000 BCE

Notable people with this name

Maharishi Mahesh Yogi

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Variations & related names

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