Bibhu

The Sanskrit word “Bibhu” (विभु) means “all-pervading,” “omnipresent,” “mighty,” or “sovereign.” It is often used in spiritual and philosophical contexts to describe the divine, especially in relation to Brahman (the Supreme Reality) or Lord Vishnu/Shiva in Hinduism.

Grammatical Breakdown:

• विभु (Bibhu) = “One who is vast, powerful, or pervading everywhere.”

• Derived from the root √भू (bhū), meaning “to be” or “to exist.”

Usage in Sanskrit Texts:

1. Bhagavad Gita (10.20) – “अहमात्मा गुडाकेश सर्वभूताशयस्थितः। अहं आदिश्च मध्यं च भूतानामन्त एव च॥”

• Krishna refers to Himself as the indwelling spirit in all beings, which aligns with the meaning of “Bibhu” as omnipresent.

2. Upanishads & Vedanta – The term “Bibhu” is often used to describe Brahman (the infinite, formless reality).