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नक्षत्र (Nakshatra) - Lunar Mansion
7/15/2025 · Vedic Astrology
नक्षत्र
nakṣatra
Meaning: lunar mansion; one of the 27 or 28 divisions of the sky in Vedic astrology, each associated with a specific group of stars
Nakshatra refers to the lunar mansions in Vedic astrology, dividing the sky into 27 or 28 segments, each linked to a constellation and specific astrological significance. Nakshatras play a crucial role in determining auspicious timings and personal characteristics in Jyotisha (Vedic astrology).
पृथ्वी (Pṛthvī) - Earth in Sanskrit
7/1/2025 · Nature
पृथ्वी
pṛthvī
Meaning: earth, the planet earth
The Sanskrit word for earth, representing both the physical planet and the earth element. Learn this essential Sanskrit vocabulary term and its significance in Sanskrit learning and Indian cosmology.
मनस् (Manas) - Mind in Sanskrit
3/15/2024 · Philosophy
मनस्
manas
Meaning: mind, thought, mental faculty
A key concept in Sanskrit philosophy, manas refers to the mind or mental faculty responsible for thought and perception.
बुद्धि (Buddhi) - Intellect in Sanskrit
3/14/2024 · Philosophy
बुद्धि
buddhi
Meaning: intellect, understanding, wisdom
A key concept in Sanskrit philosophy, buddhi refers to the intellect or faculty of discrimination and understanding.
आत्मन् (Ātman) - The Self in Sanskrit
3/13/2024 · Philosophy
आत्मन्
ātman
Meaning: self, soul, inner essence
A foundational concept in Sanskrit philosophy, ātman refers to the true self or soul, distinct from the body and mind.
ब्रह्मन् (Brahman) - The Ultimate Reality in Sanskrit
3/12/2024 · Philosophy
ब्रह्मन्
brahman
Meaning: the ultimate reality, the absolute, the universal spirit
A key concept in Sanskrit philosophy, brahman refers to the ultimate, unchanging reality, beyond the physical world.
नमस्ते (Namaste) - Greetings in Sanskrit
3/11/2024 · Daily Expressions
नमस्ते
namaste
Meaning: greetings, hello, salutations
A common Sanskrit greeting meaning 'I bow to you'. Learn the cultural and spiritual significance of namaste in Sanskrit.
धन्यवाद (Dhanyavāda) - Thank You in Sanskrit
3/10/2024 · Daily Expressions
धन्यवाद
dhanyavāda
Meaning: thank you, gratitude
A common word for expressing gratitude in Sanskrit, literally meaning 'full of blessings'. Learn this essential Sanskrit vocabulary term and its usage in Sanskrit learning and daily conversation.
सूर्य (Sūrya) - Sun in Sanskrit
3/9/2024 · Nature
सूर्य
sūrya
Meaning: sun, sun god
The Sanskrit word for sun, also the sun god in Indian mythology. Learn this essential Sanskrit vocabulary term and its significance in Sanskrit learning and Indian culture.
चन्द्र (Candra) - Moon in Sanskrit
3/8/2024 · Nature
चन्द्र
candra
Meaning: moon, moon god
The Sanskrit word for moon, also the moon god in Indian mythology. Learn this essential Sanskrit vocabulary term and its significance in Sanskrit learning and Indian culture.
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