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ऋष्यक

noun

ऋष्यक meaning in English

A mythical mountain in Hindu mythology, associated with the sage Vishwamitra.

Detailed Explanation

Rishyaka (or Rishyamukha) is a sacred mountain mentioned in Hindu epics, particularly the Ramayana. It is located in the Dandaka Forest and is traditionally identified with the site where the sage Vishwamitra performed severe austerities. In modern geographical context, it is often associated with the Rishikesh area in Uttarakhand, India, though the mythological location is distinct from the modern town.

📝 Cultural Context

The term is primarily used in religious and mythological contexts. It should not be confused with the modern town of Rishikesh, although the two are culturally linked through the name and the association with sage Vishwamitra.

उदाहरण वाक्य

ऋष्यक पर्वत पर ऋषि विश्वामित्र ने तपस्या की थी।
The sage Vishwamitra performed penance on the mountain of Rishyaka.
रामायण में ऋष्यक का उल्लेख एक पवित्र स्थल के रूप में होता है।
The Ramayana mentions Rishyaka as a sacred place.