Satyaloka is the highest loka in the material universe and is the abode of Lord Brahma. It is also called Brahmaloka. Description In Satyaloka, there are lotus flowers everywhere. These lotuses are huge, with divine energy flowing out of them. In the center of Brahmaloka, is Brahmapura. Brahmapura is a huge palace in which Brahma […]
Vasanta is the god of the spring season in Hindu mythology. He is also the god of flowers. Vasanta is a minor god in Hindu mythology. Vasanta is a companion of Kamadeva, the god of love. He is always with Kamadeva. He lives in a beautiful palace in Swarga loka. His palace is surrounded with
Shiva is one of the trideva (three main gods) in Hindu mythology. He is the destroyer. When the time comes to destroy the material universe, Shiva is the one who destroys it. Family Wives: Sati, Parvati (Uma) Sons: Ganesha, Kartikeya Creation of Shiva During the creation of our universe, Brahma was getting more and more
Chandra is the god of the Moon. He is a lunar deity. He is also called Soma. Chandra is one of the Navagrahas. He presides over Monday. He is also a fertility god. He is the son of Rishi Atri. Other names for Chandra are Rajanipati, Indu and Kshuparaka. Family Father: Atri Mother: Ansuya Brothers:
Ganesha (Ganapati) is the son of Shiva and Parvati. He is the god of new beginnings and wisdom. He is also known as the remover of obstacles. In any ritual, Hindus worship Ganesha first. He lives on Mount Kailasa with his parents and the Shivaganas. His mount is a small mouse named Mushaka. He is
Mitra is the god of friendship and oaths. He is an old god. He is also called the light of the morning sun. He is an Aditya, so a son of Aditi. He also represents harmony and many other characteristics needed to maintain order in human existence. Mitra is also a negotiator for the gods
Sahadeva was the fifth Pandava. He played a major role in the Mahabharata. He was a son of Madri. She had invoked the Ashwini Kumaras using Kunti’s boon to have twin sons: Nakula and Sahadeva. Family Father: Pandu Mother: Madri Godly Father: Ashvins Brothers: Yudhistira, Bhima, Arjuna, Nakula Wives: Draupadi (Panchali), Vijaya Sons: Shrutasena, Suhotra
Nakula was the fourth of the five Pandavas. He played a major role in the Mahabharata. He was a twin son of Madri, along with Sahadeva. He was the godly son of the Ashwins, and therefore could magically cure illnesses. Family Father: Pandu Mother: Madri Godly Father: Ashvins Brothers: Yudhistira, Bhima, Arjuna, Sahadeva Wives: Karenumati,
Jatasura was a deadly Rakshasa who clashed with the Pandavas during their exile. He discreetly lived among the Pandavas as a Brahmin and one day, he shed his disguise and kidnapped Yudhishthira, the twins, and Draupadi. However, the powerful Bhima rescued them and killed Jatasura.
Bhima (Bheema) was the second Pandava. He was known for his immense physical strength. He was a major part of the Mahabharata. His full name was Vrikodara Bhima. Family Father: Pandu Godly Father: Vayu Mother: Kunti Brothers: Yudhistira, Arjuna Half-Brothers: Nakula, Sahadeva, Karna Wives: Draupadi, Hidimba, Jalandharaa, Panchali, Kaali Sons: Sarvaga, Ghatotgacha, Sutasoma, Shruta, Sarvottunga