By Archisha Yadav | August 19, 2024
Ganesha, the elephant-headed son of Shiva and Parvati, is revered as the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom, intellect, and new beginnings.
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Karthikeya, the god of war, was born from divine fire. He led the gods to victory against the demon Tarakasura, symbolising courage, strength, and the triumph of good over evil.
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Ashok Sundari, daughter of Shiva and Parvati, was created from the Kalpavriksha to relieve Parvati’s loneliness. She is particularly revered in Gujarat and mentioned in the Shiva Purana.
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Jyoti, born from a spark from Parvati's forehead, is worshipped as a goddess in South India. She represents divine light and is revered alongside Lord Shiva.
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Ayyappa, born from Shiva and Vishnu (as Mohini), is a powerful deity worshipped mainly in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. He is known for his role in protecting the world from evil.
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Jalandhar, born from Shiva's essence, became a powerful demon king and enemy of Shiva. His power came from his wife, Vrinda, but he was ultimately defeated by Shiva.
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Sukesh, an orphan, was protected by Shiva and Parvati after being abandoned by his parents. He is considered one of Shiva’s sons and is known for the divine protection he received.
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Andhak, born from darkness when Parvati covered Shiva’s eyes, represents the consequences of disturbing divine meditation. His blindness is symbolic of the ignorance and chaos that arise from such disruptions.
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