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Harishchandra meaning in Sanskrit

हरिश्चन्द्र hariścandra

Harishchandra in Sanskrit: हरिश्चन्द्र (hariścandra). In English, Harishchandra means a legendary Indian king known for his commitment to truth and, in the Puranas, selling his kingdom, his family and ultimately himself to repay Vishwamitra after insulting him.

Sanskrit words for Harishchandra

legendary king
हरिश्चन्द्र hariścandra

English meaning of Harishchandra

  1. proper noun A legendary Indian king known for his commitment to truth and, in the Puranas, selling his kingdom, his family and ultimately himself to repay Vishwamitra after insulting him.

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Questions about Harishchandra in Sanskrit

What is the meaning of Harishchandra in Sanskrit?
Harishchandra in Sanskrit is हरिश्चन्द्र (hariścandra).
Harishchandra इत्यस्य संस्कृते कः अर्थः?
Harishchandra: हरिश्चन्द्र (hariścandra).
What does Harishchandra mean in English?
Harishchandra means a legendary Indian king known for his commitment to truth and, in the Puranas, selling his kingdom, his family and ultimately himself to repay Vishwamitra after insulting him.

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