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Kaustubh

कौस्तुभ

The divine jewel worn by Lord Vishnu

Kaustubh is derived from Sanskrit, referring to the precious gemstone that emerged from the churning of the ocean (Samudra Manthan). It is worn by Lord Vishnu on his chest, representing the consciousness of the entire universe and divine brilliance.

BoySanskritMithun · GeminiMrigashiraPythagorean no. 22 · The Builder2 syllables
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Kaustubh in Indian languages

Hindi / Marathiकौस्तुभ
Bengaliকৌস্তুভ
Punjabiਕੌਸ੍ਤੁਭ
Gujaratiકૌસ્તુભ
Odiaକୌସ୍ତୁଭ
Teluguకౌస్తుభ
Kannadaಕೌಸ್ತುಭ
Malayalamകൌസ്തുഭ
Tamilகௌஸ்துப

Pythagorean numerology 22 · The Builder — in this tradition, the number is associated with traits such as disciplined, dependable, practical and hard-working.

Mithun rashi · Gemini — element Air, ruled by Mercury. Common naming sounds include Ka, Ki, Ku, Gha, Chha and Ke.

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    Sanskrit name of the sacred gem worn by Lord Vishnu.

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