anasūya

 In Sanskrit, "anasūya" (अनसूय) literally means 'free from envy, malice, or jealousy' and is used both as an adjective and as a proper noun for a highly virtuous woman in Hindu mythology 

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Etymology and Literal Meaning

The word "anasūya" is derived from two Sanskrit components: 

"an-" meaning "without," and "asūya" meaning "envy or jealousy." Thus,

anasūya signifies a state of being free from envy, spite, or 

ill-will toward others. It can be used as an adjective to describe a 

person who does not grumble, is not envious, and does

not harbor malice 

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Usage as a Proper Name

In Hinduism, Anasūya is a celebrated figure: she is the wife of Sage Atri, 

one of the revered Saptarishis (seven great sages). Stories about her

in texts like the Ramayana and various Puranas highlight her chastity, 

devotion, and miraculous powers. She is described as a pious and

ascetic woman who could, through her spiritual power (tapas), 

perform extraordinary feats such as reviving rivers, creating fruits

during famine, and even influencing divine beings 

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Anasūya is also the mother of three prominent figures in Hindu 

mythology: Dattatreya (associated with Vishnu), Durvasa (associated

with Shiva), and Chandra / Soma (associated with the moon or Brahma). 

Her virtue, patience, and freedom from envy are central to her

legendary status 

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Broader Cultural Significance

The term embodies ideal feminine qualities in classical Hindu thought, 

representing:

• Absence of jealousy or resentment
• Charity of disposition and moral integrity
• Devotion and purity, particularly in the context of a married woman

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In texts like the Bhagavad Gita and Manusmriti, “anasūya” is cited to

describe someone who is not envious despite others’ success or 

qualities, indicating both ethical virtue and spiritual elevation 

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In modern usage, "Anasuya" continues as a female given name in 

India, often symbolizing kindness, purity, and freedom

from malice 

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Summary:

"Anasūya" in Sanskrit means literally 'without envy or malice.' It is 

both an adjective describing a virtuously non-envious person and a

proper name referring to the legendary, chaste, and ascetic wife of 

Sage Atri, famous for her devotion, spiritual power, and role in 

Hindu mythology 

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