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raaghavaa

राघव
Sanskrit

Epithet for Rama, descendant of Raghu

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Meaning

Raaghavaa is an epithet for the Hindu deity Rama, referring to him as a descendant of King Raghu. Dancers encounter this word in lyrics that address Rama directly or describe his divine actions, such as protecting sacrifices or breaking Shiva's bow. It highlights his royal lineage, distinguishing it from other names that might focus on his parentage or marital status.

In the songs

  • maa velvi kaaththitta raaghavaa

    Oh Raghava, who protected the great sacrifice

    Dasharathan Than · Unknown

  • maa velvi kaaththitta raaghavaa

    Oh Raghava, who protected the great sacrifice

    Dasharathan Than · Unknown

  • eesan villinai muriththitta sri raaghavaa

    Oh Sri Raghava, who broke Shiva's bow

    Dasharathan Than · Unknown

  • eesan villinai muriththitta sri raaghavaa

    Oh Sri Raghava, who broke Shiva's bow

    Dasharathan Than · Unknown

Songs with this word

From the lyrics we hold — 1 song.

  • Dasharathan Than

    Unknown

    appears in 4 lines

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