Trisula
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Trisula is a noun meaning (Hinduism, Buddhism) A trident, seen as a religious symbol of Hinduism and Buddhism.
Meaning
(Hinduism, Buddhism) A trident, seen as a religious symbol of Hinduism and Buddhism.
Example Sentences
She had a trishul in one hand. Her long raven-black hair was left loose.
The trisula placed upon a pillar surmounted by flames is the monogram of Buddha.
It may be wondered, at first sight, that the innumerable texts left by Buddhism give us no positive information with regard to the meaning and origin of the trisula.
The trishula is most commonly associated with the god Shiva, one of the most prominent Hindu deities and the primary god in the sect of Hinduism known as "Shaivism."
Word Forms
- trisulas
- trishul
- trisul
- trishula
Synonyms for trisula
Depending on context, synonyms include soolam, sulam.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include trisul, trishula, trishul, trisulc, triratna, triskeles.
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