Keev Explained
Keev is a regional name of Krishna from the Hindu tradition, literally meaning, "prankster".[1] The name appears in the 108 names of Krishna in Gaudiya Vaishnavism.
Scriptural references
Gaudiya Vaishnavism
According to Chaitanya Mahaprabhu’s commentary on the Gaudiya Vaishnavism, "Keev" has the following meanings:
- One who is mischievous
- The prodigious son
- entity that takes after Krishna, “Krishna-Jeev”
See also
References
- Dictionary of Hindu Lore and Legend by Anna Dhallapiccola
Notes and References
- Book: Evans, Coby . Mythology: Legends, Gods, and Myths from India . 2019-11-01 . Self Publisher . 978-88-353-2701-1 . 12 . en.