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Deva Form · Moon God / Lord of Nakshatras

Chandra

चन्द्र
Also known as: Candra, Soma, Indu, Śaśāṅka, Nakṣatreśa

About

The moon god, presiding deity of the night and the mind. Associated with nourishment, plants, and the rhythm of time. Represents the mind, emotions, and the cycles of life. Father of Mercury (Budha).

Attributes

MoonMindEmotionsNourishmentCycles

Symbols

Crescent moonAntelopeWhite lotusNectar
Consort
Rohini (and 26 other Nakshatra goddesses)
Vahana (Mount)
Antelope or white chariot with 10 horses

Associated Mantras

Om Candraya Namaḥ
Soma Gayatri

Festivals

Kojagari PurnimaSharad Purnima

Scriptures

RigvedaPuranasJyotisha

Regions Worshipped

Pan-India

Iconography

Fair complexion, seated on antelope or lotus. Holds mace and lotus. Crowned with crescent moon.