vaishnava
Definition
Noun: A follower or devotee of the god Vishnu, one of the principal deities in Hinduism. A Vaishnava is a practitioner within the Vaishnavism tradition, which emphasizes devotion (bhakti) to Vishnu and his incarnations, such as Rama and Krishna.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- He is a devout Vaishnava who visits the temple daily.
- The teachings of the saint were influential among the Vaishnavas of the region.
Advanced Usage
- Vaishnava traditions: This refers to the various theological and ritual schools within Vaishnavism, such as those following the teachings of Ramanuja, Madhva, or Chaitanya.
- The festival is celebrated with particular fervor by followers of the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition.
Variants and Related Words
- Vaishnavism (n): The major tradition within Hinduism focused on the worship of Vishnu.
- Vaishnavism is known for its rich tradition of devotional poetry and music.
Synonyms
- Vishnu devotee: A worshipper of Vishnu.
- Bhakt: A devotee (a more general term for a practitioner of bhakti, or devotional worship).
Related Phrases
- Vaishnava acharya: A spiritual teacher or preceptor within the Vaishnava tradition.
- The community was founded by a renowned Vaishnava acharya.
Noun
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worshipper of Vishnu
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