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nija

निज
Sanskrit

True, genuine, authentic, inherent, own, real.

Lyrics

Meaning

Nija signifies something that is true, genuine, or inherent. In lyrics, it often modifies nouns like 'murthi' (embodiment) or 'rupa' (form), emphasizing the authentic or intrinsic nature of a deity. It highlights the deity's essential self, distinguishing it from any assumed or manifested forms.

In the songs

  • Bhajipa nija murthiye

    You are the true embodiment of chanting.

    Ena Bedali Hanuman · Purandara Dasa

  • Bhajipa nija murthiye

    You are the true embodiment of chanting.

    Ena Bedali Hanuman · Purandara Dasa

  • Torde nija rupavanu

    You showed your true form

    Ena Bedali Hanuman · Purandara Dasa

  • Torde nija rupavanu

    You showed your true form

    Ena Bedali Hanuman · Purandara Dasa

Songs with this word

From the lyrics we hold — 1 song.

  • Ena Bedali Hanuman

    Purandara Dasa

    appears in 4 lines

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