पीतवृक्ष

noun

पीतवृक्ष meaning in English

A golden tree; a mythical or symbolic tree of gold.

Detailed Explanation

A compound word derived from 'पीत' (yellow/gold) and 'वृक्ष' (tree). It refers to a tree made of gold or a tree that bears golden fruit, often appearing in Hindu mythology, Sanskrit literature, and poetic descriptions of celestial gardens (such as those in Indra's heaven). It is not a standard botanical term for any real-world species but is used in literary, religious, and artistic contexts to symbolize wealth, divinity, or paradise.

📝 Cultural Context

This term is primarily literary and mythological. It should not be confused with real trees that have yellow leaves (like Ginkgo or certain maples), which are not referred to as 'पीतवृक्ष' in standard Hindi usage. It is closely associated with Sanskrit poetic diction (Shabda) and religious iconography.

उदाहरण वाक्य

स्वर्ग में पीतवृक्ष की छाया में देवता बैठे थे।
The gods were seated in the shade of the golden tree in heaven.
कवि ने स्वर्ण नगरी के बीच पीतवृक्ष का वर्णन किया।
The poet described the golden tree in the midst of the city of gold.