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Utharayana

উত্তরায়ণ

The northward movement of the sun

Utharayana (or Uttarayan) is derived from the Sanskrit words 'Uttara' (north) and 'Ayana' (movement/path). It signifies the period of the sun's journey toward the northern hemisphere, which is considered an auspicious time in Hindu tradition for spiritual progress and life transitions.

BoySanskritVrishabh · TaurusKrittikaPythagorean no. 11 · The Peacemaker4 syllables
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Pythagorean numerology 11 · The Peacemaker — in this tradition, the number is associated with traits such as gentle, cooperative, intuitive and diplomatic.

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

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