👉 Tulwar is a term in Sanskrit that means "to be an inhabitant or resident of" or "to live." It often refers to someone who has lived long enough to have been born, but who still continues to live and contribute to society. In the context of Indian mythology, Tulwar is associated with Shiva, as he is said to have lived for many thousand years before becoming incarnated in the form of Vishnu. This explains why people often refer to their birthdate