Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
prajapati
Noun
/praːdʒəˈpɑːti/
Definition
A term in Hindu mythology that refers to a creator deity.
Examples
- Prajapati is considered the creator of all living beings in Hindu texts.
- In various scriptures, the worship of Prajapati is linked to the origin of the universe.
- Many rituals in Hinduism honor Prajapati for his role as a progenitor.
Meaning
Prajapati is often seen as the lord of creatures and is associated with the creation and procreation of beings in the universe.
Synonyms
- Creator
- Lord of creatures
- Progenitor
