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BRAHMA

Gender: Masculine

Usage: Indian, Hindu Mythology

Other Scripts: ब्रह्मा (Sanskrit)

Pronounced: BRAH-mah   [key]

Means "prayer" in Sanskrit. The Hindu god Brahma is the creator and director of the universe, the balance between the opposing forces of Vishnu and Shiva. He is often depicted with four heads and four arms.
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