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Abangi Tilla
A hill in Sylhet associated with Shah Jalal's companions and the tomb of Syed Sifat Ali Shah.
Allah
The supreme and singular deity in Islamic monotheism, recognized as the absolute creator and sustainer of the universe.
Aab-e Hayat
Aab-e Hayat is a Persian phrase meaning Water of Life or Water of Immortality.
Ali ibn Abi Talib
A central figure in Islamic history, cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad.
Anwara Upazila
A coastal upazila of Chittagong District associated with the shrine of Shah Mohsen Aulia.
Ashulia
A locality near Dhaka associated in local legend with the shrine of Ghora Pir.
Ashwamedha Yagna
The Ashwamedha Yagna was a grand, ancient Vedic ritual performed by kings to legitimize imperial sovereignty, assert military dominance, and promote cosmic prosperity. It involved consecrating a sacrificial stallion and allowing it to roam freely for a year, backed by royal guards, before culminating in an elaborate sacrifice.
Angel Gabriel
Azdaha
A mythical dragon or giant serpent found in Persian, Turkic, and Bengali folklore, often possessing multiple heads or immense size.
Babylon
An ancient Mesopotamian city-state and empire known for its hanging gardens and the legendary Tower of Babel.
Balkh
Balkh [a] is a city in northern Afghanistan
Barishal
A riverine district and major cultural region in southern Bangladesh associated with delta folklore and oral tradition.