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Bhishma

భీష్ముడు

The terrible or the one who has taken a terrible vow

Bhishma is a central figure in the Indian epic Mahabharata, known for his unwavering devotion to truth and celibacy. The name originates from the Sanskrit word 'Bhishma', denoting someone whose resolve is formidable and whose character is defined by extreme sacrifice and duty.

BoySanskritVrishabh · TaurusRohiniPythagorean no. 33 · The Nurturer2 syllables
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Pythagorean numerology 33 · The Nurturer — in this tradition, the number is associated with traits such as caring, responsible, loving and family-minded.

Vrishabh rashi · Taurus — element Earth, ruled by Venus. Common naming sounds include Ba, Bi, Bu, Ve, Vo and U.

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