Shivaji
शिवाजीShi-va-jee · /ʃɪˈvɑːdʒi/
MasculineSanskritIndianRegional
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Meaning
Shiva's victory; Lord Shiva's victorious one
Legacy
Shivaji was the founder and greatest king of the Maratha Empire, establishing a Hindu kingdom amidst Mughal rule in the 17th century.
Known for
Shivaji is a name strongly associated with the Maratha Empire and is therefore highly popular in the Maharashtra region of India, but less so globally.
king
The images that carry it
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The crown represents his status as Chhatrapati, a paramount sovereign of the Maratha Empire.
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The shield symbolizes his role as a protector of his people and his kingdom from invaders.
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The horse signifies his cavalry, which was renowned for its guerrilla warfare tactics and swift movements.
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The flag, specifically the भगवा ध्वज (Bhagwa Dhwaj), represents the saffron banner of the Maratha Empire he founded.
What it asks of you
Moral
Protect dharma and your people against injustice.
Character
A person of strategic brilliance and unwavering resolve.
Mindset
A builder of new futures from challenging circumstances.
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