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asvins

/ˈɑːs.vɪnz/

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noun

/ˈɑːs.vɪnz/formal
  • ruИмя собственное, относящееся к божественным близнецам-воинам на колеснице в индуизме, которые сопровождают Сурью; их имя буквально означает 'обладающие конями' на санскрите.

A proper noun referring to the twin chariot warriors in Hinduism who convey Surya, with their name literally meaning 'possessing horses' in Sanskrit.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Twin deities in HinduismC2formal

    In Hindu mythology, the twin horsemen or chariot warriors who are divine physicians and are associated with dawn, healing, and conveying the sun god Surya.

    ruАшвины

    • The Asvins are often depicted as young, handsome twins riding a golden chariot.
    • In the Rigveda, the Asvins are praised for their healing powers and swiftness.
    • They are said to convey Surya across the sky each day.