Definition

Noun 1. An important god of later Hinduism: In Hindu mythology, Surya is the solar deity, personifying the sun. He is worshipped as the source of warmth, light, and life. 2. The sun itself worshipped as the source of warmth and light: The term can also refer directly to the physical sun when it is venerated in a religious or spiritual context.

Usage Examples

• In Hindu tradition, Surya is often depicted riding a chariot drawn by seven horses.
• Many Hindus offer prayers to Surya at sunrise.
• The temple is dedicated to the worship of Surya.

Advanced Usage

• Surya Namaskar: Literally "Sun Salutation," this is a common sequence of yoga postures performed as a salutation to the sun.
  • She begins her day with twelve rounds of Surya Namaskar.

Variants and Related Words

• Solar (adj): Of, relating to, or determined by the sun.
  • solar energy
• Helios (n): The personification of the sun in Greek mythology.

Synonyms

• Sun god
• Solar deity

Related Idioms and Phrases

• To offer arghya to Surya: To make a ritual offering of water to the sun god, typically at dawn.
  • As part of his daily ritual, he goes to the river to offer arghya to Surya.

Noun

1. an important god of later Hinduism; the sun god or the sun itself worshipped as the source of warmth and light