yama

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Yama is often depicted riding a buffalo and holding a mace.

Definition

Proper noun 1. The Hindu god of death and the lord of the underworld: In Hindu mythology, Yama is the deity who rules over the afterlife and is responsible for judging the souls of the deceased. He is often depicted with a dark complexion, riding a buffalo, and carrying a noose or mace.

Examples of Usage

• In the ancient texts, Yama is described as the first mortal who died and thereby discovered the path to the other world.
• Many Hindus believe that after death, the soul is brought before Yama for judgment.
• The stories often portray Yama as a stern but just ruler of the underworld.

Advanced Usage

• "The abode of Yama": A poetic or literary phrase referring to the realm of the dead or the underworld.
  • The hero descended into the abode of Yama to retrieve his beloved.

Variants and Related Words

• Yamaraja (noun): Another name for Yama, meaning "King Yama." This title emphasizes his role as the ruler.
  • Yamaraja is assisted by his scribe, Chitragupta, who keeps records of human deeds.

Synonyms

• God of death
• Lord of the dead
• Dharmaraja (meaning "king of dharma," highlighting his role as a judge based on cosmic law)

Related Cultural Concepts

• Chitragupta: The record-keeper who assists Yama by maintaining the account of a person's good and bad deeds ().
• Yamaloka or Naraka: The underworld or hell realms over which Yama presides.
• Yamaduta: The messengers or servants of Yama who are said to fetch the souls of the deceased.

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Noun

1. Hindu god of death and lord of the underworld

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