Yogini
/joʊˈɡiːni/noun
A female practitioner of yoga or a woman who is a spiritual adept in Hinduism and Buddhism.
Did you know?In ancient texts, Yoginis were often seen as divine beings with supernatural powers, capable of granting wishes and offering protection to their followers.
Etymological Timeline
Sanskrit
Sanskrit
योगिनी (Yoginī)
“A female practitioner of yoga, often seen as a mystical or divine woman.”
Medieval Sanskrit
Sanskrit
योगिन (Yogin)
“A practitioner of yoga, with connotations of spiritual adeptness.”
14th Century
Old Hindi
योगिनी (Yoginī)
“Continued use of the term for female yogis, often in a religious or mystical context.”
Modern English
English
Yogini
“Adopted into English to refer specifically to female yoga practitioners, emphasizing empowerment and spirituality.”