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Bhairav

भैरव

Formidable, terrible, or lord of terror

Bhairav is a powerful manifestation of Lord Shiva, representing the destructive aspect of the divine. The name originates from Sanskrit roots and signifies one who is formidable or protective, often associated with the terrifying yet divine form that guards the gates of sacred temples.

BoySanskritVrishchik · ScorpioJyeshthaPythagorean no. 7 · The Seeker2 syllables
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Bhairav in Indian languages

Hindi / Marathiभैरव
Bengaliভৈরব
Punjabiਭੈਰਵ
Gujaratiભૈરવ
Odiaଭୈରଵ
Teluguభైరవ
Kannadaಭೈರವ
Malayalamഭൈരവ
Tamilபைரவ

Pythagorean numerology 7 · The Seeker — in this tradition, the number is associated with traits such as thoughtful, spiritual, analytical and wise.

Vrishchik rashi · Scorpio — element Water, ruled by Mars. Common naming sounds include Na, Ni, Nu, Ne, No, Ya and Yi.

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