Lexicon

of Rig Veda

nakta, night

Night symbolizes darkness of consciousness of the Earth whereas Day symbolises brightness of consciousness of the Heaven.

See also:

•  Dawn (uṣas)

•  day (diva)

•  moon (candramas)

Synonyms and words close in meaning:

•  akta, Night

•  aktu, night; ray

•  doṣā, night

•  rātri, night