Brahma
/ˈbrɑː.mə/noun
A principal deity in Hinduism, known as the creator god in the Trimurti alongside Vishnu and Shiva.
Did you know?In Vedic tradition, Brahma is not only the creator but also represents the cosmic principle of creation, embodying the essence of all existence.
Etymological Timeline
Sanskrit
Sanskrit
ब्रह्मा (Brahmā)
“The creator deity, symbolizing the ultimate reality and the source of all creation.”
Vedic Period
Sanskrit
ब्रह्म (Brahman)
“The ultimate, unchanging reality; the cosmic spirit that creates and sustains the universe.”
Classical Sanskrit
Sanskrit
ब्रह्मविद्या (Brahmavidyā)
“The knowledge of Brahman; the study of the ultimate reality.”
Medieval Sanskrit
Sanskrit
ब्रह्मा (Brahmā)
“Reinforced as the creator god in texts like the Puranas, maintaining his role in the cosmic cycle.”
Modern Usage
English
Brahma
“Adopted into English to refer to the Hindu creator god, encapsulating the notion of divine creation.”