Nanda Kishor
/nɐnd̪ɐ kɪʃoːɾɐ/
noun
Origin
Sanskrit
नन्द (Nanda) + किशोर (Kishora) — The adolescent son of Nanda.
Overview
Meaning Now
- A common epithet for Krishna, meaning 'the son of Nanda'.
Literal older meaning
Nanda (the foster-father) + Kishora (adolescent/youth).
Language path
Sanskrit → Hindi/Modern Indian Languages
Earliest form
नन्दकिशोर
Earliest period
Ancient to Medieval period
Journey
The term is deeply rooted in the Bhagavata Purana, which recounts the life of Krishna in the village of Gokul under the care of his foster parents, Nanda and Yashoda. It emphasizes Krishna's youthful persona, frequently depicted in classical art and devotional music.
Evolution
- Sanskrit (Ancient)
नन्दकिशोर
“The adolescent/youthful son of Nanda.”
- Modern Indian Languages
Nanda Kishor
“Used as a given name and divine epithet.”
Connections
Word parts
Nanda
root
The foster-father of Krishna
Kishor
root
Adolescent boy
Related across languages
Bengali
Nandakishore
The son of Nanda (epithet of Krishna)
Odia
Nandakishore
The son of Nanda (epithet of Krishna)
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