A Classical Dictionary of Hindu Mythology and Religion, Geography, History, and Literature c5.43
A Classical Dictionary of Hindu Mythology and Religion, Geography, History, and Literature c5.43
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AIRĀVATA. ‘A fine elephant.’ An elephant produced at the churning of the ocean, and appropriated by the god Indra. The derivation of this name is referred to the word Irāvat, signifying ‘produced from water.’ He is guardian of one of the points of the compass. See Loka-pāla.