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Name Origin

Maha is a Sanskrit name meaning 'great' or 'supreme.' It is often used as a given name in India and other South Asian countries, particularly for girls.

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Famous People

Maha Ghosananda (1923-1998)

Buddhist monk and peace activist

  • Founded the International Buddhist Meditation Center in Los Angeles
  • Led efforts to rebuild Cambodia after the Khmer Rouge regime
  • Promoted peace and reconciliation through Buddhist teachings

Maha Shivaratri

Hindu festival

  • Celebrates the marriage of Shiva and Parvati
  • Observed by Hindus worldwide with fasting, prayer, and meditation

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