Meaning & Origin
The king who takes away the life of all beings and rules over the underworld
Spiritual meaning
Symbolizes the ultimate truth and cycle of life and death
Language details
Yamraj
King of Yama
यमराज
यम के राजा
யாமராஜ்
யமன் அடிப்படியாளர்
యమరాజ్
యమ అదిప్పది
Yamraj
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Lord of Death
Yamraj
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Lord of Death
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
/ˈjɑːm rɑːdʒ/
ˈjamrɑːdʒ
Lucky number
3
Lucky day
Saturday
Lucky colors
Life path
2
Lucky stone
Amethyst
Cultural & Spiritual notes
In Hinduism, Yamraj is known as the lord of death, the king of the dead, and the god of the underworld. He is depicted as a large, strong man riding a buffalo or as a tall, dark-skinned man dressed in white robes. The name Yamraj comes from the Sanskrit words "Yama," meaning god of death, and "Raja," meaning king.
The name Yamraj holds great spiritual significance in Hinduism as it represents the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth. It is a reminder of the impermanence of life, and the importance of living a virtuous life to ensure a good rebirth.
Vedic name • Root: Sanskrit/Mythology/Vedic • Mentioned in various Hindu scriptures and mythologies, Yamraj is considered the god of death and the ruler of the underworld.
Historical references
According to Hindu mythology, Yama, the god of death, is the elder brother of Yami (Yamuna). Yama is said to have ruled over the realm of death from the holy mountain of Meru since time immemorial.
Ancient
The term 'Yamraj' is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit words 'Yama' (god of death) and 'Raja' (king). The name 'Yamraj' was used to refer to the king of the dead or the god of death in Hinduism. It is mentioned in various Hindu texts including the Mahabharata and the Puranas.
Medieval
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