noun
- a devotee or worshipper in Hinduism, especially one who practices bhakti (devotional worship)
Usage: from Sanskrit; used in Hindu religious contexts; often capitalized when referring to a specific tradition or sect
Examples
- The bhakta spent hours in prayer and meditation at the temple.
- Many bhaktas gather during festivals to celebrate their devotion to Krishna.
- As a bhakta, she believed that sincere devotion was the path to spiritual liberation.
- The bhakta's daily rituals reflected deep commitment to their chosen deity.