മുനി
The English phrase sage is translated into Malayalam as മുനി.
The term is used to refer to a sage.
Did you know?
- In many Malayalam storytelling traditions, a മുനി is not just a wise man but often a character with supernatural powers or 'Siddhi'. They are frequently portrayed as testers of human character in folk tales.
- In certain Malayalam literary contexts, the term മുനി can imply more than just a person, sometimes referring to a state of silence or profound stillness. This links the person directly to the very concept of 'Mounam' or silence.
- In Kerala's folklore, a മുനി is often depicted as having the power to curse others instantly if they are disturbed during meditation.
Examples in context
- ആ മുനി വനത്തിൽ താമസിക്കുന്നു.Aa muni vanathil thamasikkunnu.That sage lives in the forest.
- മുനി കഠിനമായ തപസ്സ് ചെയ്തു.Muni kadhinamaya thapassu cheythu.The sage performed severe penance.
- മുനിയുടെ വാക്കുകൾ വളരെ ശാന്തമായിരുന്നു.Muniyude vakkukal valare shanthamayirunnu.The sage's words were very calm.
Example conversation
Arjun and Sridevi are discussing a painting of a sage.
- ശ്രീദേവി Srideviഅർജുൻ, ഈ ചിത്രം നോക്കൂ.Arjun, ī citraṃ nōkkū.Arjun, look at this picture.
- അർജുൻ Arjunഇതൊരു മുനിയാണോ?ita oru muniyāṇō?Is this a sage?
- ശ്രീദേവി Srideviഅതെ, അദ്ദേഹം ധ്യാനിക്കുകയാണ്.atē, addēhaṃ dhyānikkukayāṇu.Yes, he is meditating.
- അർജുൻ Arjunചിത്രം വളരെ മനോഹരമാണ്.citraṃ valarē manōharamāṇu.The painting is very beautiful.
