bhuva
Bhuva is a Sanskrit word meaning earth, ground, or soil. It is frequently used in Hindu scriptures and spiritual texts to refer to the terrestrial realm or the physical world. The concept of bhuva is often contrasted with other realms or planes of existence. It can also represent stability, foundation, and the material aspects of life. In some contexts, bhuva is considered one of the seven higher worlds or lokas in Hindu cosmology. The earth element, prithvi, is often associated with bhuva, symbolizing grounding, nourishment, and the physical body. The word can appear in various compound words and phrases within Sanskrit literature, contributing to a rich vocabulary related to the physical and spiritual dimensions of existence.