World Sanskrit Day, also known as International Sanskrit Day, Sanskrit Diwas, or Vishwa Samskrita Dinam, is a significant celebration held on the occasion of Shravan Poornima, the full moon day in the Hindu month of Shravan. This year, Sanskrit Diwas will be observed on Saturday, August 31. The day aims to promote the Sanskrit language, which is recognized as one of the oldest languages in the world and holds immense cultural and historical importance.
Sanskrit, often referred to as "Dev Vani" or the "language of the deities," is celebrated on this day not only to honor its rich heritage but also to pay tribute to the birth anniversary of Pāṇini, a renowned Sanskrit scholar and grammarian whose contributions to the language are unparalleled.
As we observeWorld Sanskrit Day 2024, let’s explore how Sanskrit has influenced modern English. Here are 25 English words that have their roots in Sanskrit:
Avatar - Derived from "Avatāra," meaning descent or incarnation. Bungalow - From "Bangla," meaning a type of house in Bengal. Mantra - Originates from "Mantra," meaning a sacred utterance or chant. Yoga - Comes from "Yoga," meaning union or discipline. Karma - From "Karma," meaning action or fate. Sutra - Derived from "Sūtra," meaning a thread or rule. Guru - Originates from "Guru," meaning teacher or guide. Nirvana - Comes from "Nirvāṇa," meaning liberation or bliss. Pundit - From "Paṇḍita," meaning learned scholar. Raj - Derived from "Rāj," meaning rule or kingdom. Sanskrit - The term itself comes from "Saṃskṛta," meaning refined or perfected. Swastika - From "Swastika," meaning auspicious symbol. Dharma - Originates from "Dharma," meaning law or duty. Chakra - Derived from "Cakra," meaning wheel or circle. Raja - From "Rājā," meaning king or ruler. Sutra - Originates from "Sūtra," meaning a concise statement or rule. Shampoo - Comes from "Champu," meaning to massage. Maharaja - From "Mahārāja," meaning great king. Tattva - Derived from "Tattva," meaning principle or reality. Apsara - Comes from "Apsaras," meaning celestial nymph. Brahma - From "Brahmā," the creator god in Hinduism. Yogi - Originates from "Yogi," meaning practitioner of yoga. Veda - Derived from "Veda," meaning knowledge or wisdom. Sitar - From "Sitar," a traditional Indian musical instrument. Diva - Comes from "Devī," meaning goddess.World Sanskrit Day serves as a reminder of the deep connections between languages and cultures, highlighting how ancient languages continue to shape modern communication. As we observe this day, let us appreciate and celebrate the timeless legacy of Sanskrit and its contributions to global languages.
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