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Gangaadhar
गंगाधर“Holder of the River Ganga”
Gangaadhar is a Sanskrit name derived from the roots 'Ganga' and 'Dhara' (to hold or support). It is a prominent epithet for Lord Shiva, referring to the mythological event where he caught the descending river Ganga in his matted hair to prevent the destruction of the Earth.
Gangaadhar in Indian languages
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