Sarasvati
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- proper noun
- Literature
- Many musicians pray to Sarasvati for inspiration and creativity.
Examples
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The statues of Sarasvati are often seen in temples dedicated to the arts.
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On the right bracket is the seated goddess Sarasvati holding a vina (a stringed musical instrument) (Fig. 26).
Academic text (2008) -
As on the other doorways, the guru is flanked by the goddesses Durga and Sarasvati, situated on either side of the lintel.
Academic text (2008) -
Srila Gurudeva: Our entire parampara descended to this world from Goloka Vrindavana, and Srila Bhaktisiddanta Sarasvati Thakura was one of the most prominent acaryas.
Blog text (15) -
In Hinduism, Sarasvati is revered as the goddess of knowledge and learning.
Synonyms
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A Hindu goddess of learning, wisdom, music and the arts
Surface Forms
Etymology
Sarasvati comes from the Sanskrit parts saras meaning 'lake' or 'flow' and -vati meaning 'having'. So her name suggests a river and the idea of 'flowing' knowledge and music, which is why she is the goddess of learning and the arts.