Shakti

In Hinduism Shakti is defined as (1) Power (2) Absolute Power and (3) Power of the Goddess. In rare instances when a Hindu Order gives someone a "Hindu name" and the first name is Shakti, the Shakti doubles as a noun meaning: "The Power Of".

Shakti as a noun: A cheetah has the Shakti (power) of speed. An bird has the Shakti (power) or flight.

Shakti as a name: A perfect example is the Hindu Satuguru Shakti Ganapati Subramanian. His name would translate to:

(1) Power of the Goddess

(2) Power of Ganapati aka Ganesha who removes obstacles on the spiritual path

(3) Power of Subramanian who bestows knowledge through lively debate

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