The god of love and desire. His arrows of flowers arouse love in all beings. Reduced to ashes by Shiva's third eye, later resurrected. Represents the creative and attractive force of the universe. Associated with spring, fertility, and romantic love.
Handsome youth with sugarcane bow and five flower arrows. Rides a parrot. Fish banner. Sometimes depicted as Ananga (formless) after being burned by Shiva.