Definition

1. Noun:
   • In Hinduism, the twin chariot warriors conveying Surya: The Asvins are a pair of divine twin brothers in Hindu mythology, known as the charioteers who carry the sun god, Surya, across the sky. The name literally means 'possessing horses' in Sanskrit.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The Asvins are celebrated in the Rigveda for their healing powers and association with the dawn.
  • In the myth, the Asvins drive their golden chariot across the heavens.

Advanced Usage

• "The Asvins": Used as a proper noun to refer specifically to this pair of deities. They are often invoked together.
  • Prayers were offered to the Asvins for health and safe journeys.

Variants and Related Words

• Ashvins: An alternative transliteration spelling of the same word.
• Nasatya: One of the two Asvins, specifically associated with healing.
• Dasra: The other of the two Asvins, whose name means "doing wondrous deeds."

Synonyms

• Divine Twins: A general term for twin deities in various mythologies, similar to the Asvins in concept.
• Horsemen: A descriptive term referencing the literal meaning of their name and their role as charioteers.

Related Phrases and Concepts

• "Asvins in Vedic mythology": Specifies their role in the earliest Hindu texts, the Vedas.
  • The Asvins in Vedic mythology are benevolent gods of light and medicine.
• "The chariot of the Asvins": Refers to their primary vehicle and symbol.
  • The poet described the brilliance of the chariot of the Asvins.

Noun

1. (literally `possessing horses' in Sanskrit) in Hinduism the twin chariot warriors conveying Surya